Halloween 2016

Halloween fell on Monday, making for a weekend of fun.  We enjoyed a fun Saturday afternoon Halloween Party at Nana's.  The girls loved the games, "Snake Sandwiches," and breaking the piñata.  Emily was a champ at the Jelly Bean game which included tasting jelly bellies for tasty or yucky flavors.  In an effort to fit in with all the kids, Emily ate all the jelly beans.  I am not sure if she got that some were gross: spoiled milk, dead fish, and stinky feet!  I just love the way she loves to play with all her cousins.

On Sunday morning before church, the girls loved carving pumpkins with Daddy.  Emily is not always sure about textile things, so she left Daddy to clean it out all to himself.  Lily on the other hand, loved playing in the pumpkin goop.  Yuck!

Monday was Halloween and Emily could hardly wait for Daddy to get home to go trick-or-treating.  New to the neighborhood, we were interested in getting to see maybe some familiar faces from church in their homes.  Both girls loved ringing the doorbell, getting treats, and saying, "Happy Halloween!"  I loved hearing Emily bravely approach the neighbors and share a thanks as they put a treat in her bucket.  Emily was excited after each treat to share how "full" her bucket was.  We were out trick-or-treating for about an hour giving the girls about 20 treats.  They were sure cute princesses.  Logan my little skeleton loved being outside, seeing the lights, and investigating the wrappers Emily let him see.

First Meal at Our New House

Today we enjoyed our first official meal at our new home.  Over the weekend we moved in with the generous help of our families.  The essential boxes were unpacked first, until now we are left with decorations and such.  With boxes to unpack our meals included many sandwiches, mac n' cheese, and cereal.  To celebrate today we had our family favorite: pasta and "red chicken" or spaghetti.  I just love having this family of mine in our home together. 

Courageous Climber

Emily is becoming a fearless climber at the park.  I am amazed at her newfound courage to climb new things each day at the park.  Hooray!

Gazing on 3

These three have all my heart.  I love spending each day with them on the adventure of life.  We sing, play, snuggle, and go places together.  In quiet moments I look upon their beauty and hope they can stay little forever.  I am so lucky to be their momma!  I love their sweet countenances that remind me of the important things in life.  They are gentle, loving, forgiving, and so much more.  Although I am in charge of teaching them, they teach me so much more.  I love hearing their giggles, feeling their breath against my skin, seeing the sparkle in their eyes as they learn new things, and kissing their faces goodnight.  My heart skips a beat as I think that next year my world will change a little when Emily starts preschool.  I am so glad I get all 3 of them home for a time.  They are the best adventurers and I am so grateful that are mine!

Lovable Logan

Logan has been practicing sitting up a lot lately.  This little boy has always loved stretching from head to toe on the floor, but is discovering the joy of sitting up too.  I can't get enough of his giggles, smiles, raspberries, and kissable cheeks.

Room on the Broom

We recently checked out the book Room on the Broom at the library.  The book is about a witch and her cat who are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand!  Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom.  It becomes tricky for them all to have room on the broom.  Soon disaster strikes with a hungry dragon, but her friends save her.  In return, the witch makes a new broom that fits all of her friends.

Today as we were playing outside, I got a broom out to sweep up some dirt.  Emily immediately took the broom and got a bucket (her cauldron) to pretend to the be the witch on the broom.  She encouraged Lily to ride her witch's broom as she mimicked the story of the Room on the Broom.  Emily is such a bright girl who often connects stories to events in real life.  I love this sweet witch!

Pumpkin Patch Picking

Our Saturday family adventure included an outing to the Peterson Pumpkin Patch.  Emily has been anticipating going to the pumpkin patch for some time as we pass it each time we go to see the house.  We have also been reading many books about pumpkins which has increased the anticipation.  In one of the books we have been reading, The Littlest Pumpkin, a young girl picks a pumpkin without a stem so that she can put a witch's hat on top.  Emily has since insisted on getting a pumpkin without a stem so that she too can put a witch's hat on top.  I am always impressed by the connections she makes between everyday life and books.

At the Peterson Farm the girls loved searching for the perfect pumpkin.  Emily searched for one without a stem and Lily placed many little pumpkins in the wheelbarrow.  In the end with got a tall pumpkin, round pumpkin without a stem, and four little pumpkins.  The girls and Nelson enjoyed riding the hay pyramid slide.  Whoosh!  It was fast!  Logan and I loved watching the girls giggle and wonder about.  Although we may not have found the perfect pumpkin, I had the perfect company of my little family!!!

Logan 6 Months

It is hard to believe Logan is half way to one years old!  He is such a delight in our home filling it with so much joy and love.  I love watching his personality blossom and new tricks develop. 

• Logan is a Mommy's boy.  He loves to be near me when he is awake.  If I try to sneak out of the room, his tender cry is quick to be heard.  I love my little buddy.
• He is becoming a better eater, enjoying fruits, veggies, and cereal.  Logan's favorite seems to be yogurt!  He has even had a few tastes of ice cream.
• Logan loves to suck and shake his toys.  He especially loves his toys that rattle and make noise.  I think he making his own music.
• Bath time is still one of Logan's favorite parts of the day.  He gets excited to get undressed and play in the water.
• Logan loves watching and playing with his sisters.  Peek-a-boo always brings giggles and smiles to his face.  He is aware of when a toy is taken away and will begin to cry.  Soon I know he will be big enough to stand up to his sisters.
• Logan loves going for walks and our daily adventures.  He does pretty well in the car and can be flexible at times with his naps during busier days.
• He is doing well to fall asleep by himself and is working on going back to sleep in the middle of the night.
• Logan has found his voice with squeals of delight, raspberries, and "mm" sounds when he wants his mommy.

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Birthday Party Fun

Emily was lucky enough to have another birthday party with the Handy family and cousins.  She was so excited to celebrate with so many she loves.  These pictures show the delight her little party brought.  Emily loved her new toys and clothes.  I love the way she loves playing and being with her cousins and family so much.