Halloween

This year the kids went as a police officer and I had two Cinderella's.  I was a little worried about if I was going to be able to make it because I haven't been feeling up to par and have been having a hard time with my c-section recovery and some blood pressure issues.  So I took some pain medicine and decided to suck it up so the kids could have fun.  Brad had to work, so it was me and the 3 kiddos.

For the past 4 years we have done the same thing.  We go with our friends, the Waltons, and go to a trunk or treat at a local church and then come back to the neighborhood for trick or treating.

It was fun and the kids had such a good time!  I think it was 9:00 before we got home.  They were exhausted!

Pumpkin Patch

We took our annual trip to Camichael's Pumpkin Patch.  We have gone every year since Alex was born.  It's a great place for the kids to run and see all the different pumpkins and gourds.  There are also all sorts of animals for people to look at, pet, and feed.  This year we got to pet 6 day old piglets.  They were squeaky little things!  Plus, the pumpkin patch makes for some great pictures.  We took too many but here is one sweet one of all the kids.

Christmas in October

Alex was on Fall Break today and Abby's school was in session.  Brad and I decided to spend some one on one time with him while Abby was in school.  Mom was also on Fall Break so she kept Aubrey while Brad and I took Alex to the movies.  We saw Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.  It was cute! Then we picked up Abby from school and went to get Aubrey from Mom's.  When we got there she had her first Christmas tree up!  Brad could see my wheels turning and looked at me and said, "Nope, not happening."  ha!  He already knew I was going to ask him to start getting our Christmas stuff down from the attic.

This is a new tree that she didn't have last year.  It's a tree full of only her vacation ornaments.  I think it looks great and is a fun way to showcase all her special vacations!

Twinkle Toes

Abby had her fall ballet program at dance today.  It was just adorable!  They danced to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.  I was so proud of Abby!  I really think ballet has boosted her self confidence.  Just 5 months ago she was burying her head in her arm during her preschool program and now she dances like no one is watching!

Abby and her BFF Lillian!  

And just in case the pictures weren't enough, here is a sweet little video! 

Special Gift

When Alex was born, Joe gave him a silver plate that has his name and all his birth stats on it.  It became a gift Joe and Mom give all the grand kids when they are born.  Aubrey's plate came in and they came over to present her with it.  It is such a neat and thoughtful gift and I am so happy that all the kids have one in their rooms.

The Wedding

Rachel, who is Brad's half sister, got married.  She asked the kids to be in her wedding as ring bearer and flower girl.  They were so cute!  Alex looked so handsome in his tuxedo and Abby looked just precious in her flower girl dress.  The wedding was 9 days after Aubrey was born and she was great at the event and just slept!  Brad's brother from West Virginia brought his family so my kids got to hang out with their WV cousins for a few days too.  The wedding was very personal and was held at a beautiful, rustic location.  I was surprised that Abby did her job perfectly.  During the rehearsal, there were no petals to toss, but when she walked the aisle during the ceremony, she threw those flower petals down just as she was supposed to.  It was so cute!

Happy Birthday!

Today was my dad's birthday.  It was also Brad's first day back to work after Aubrey was born.  I asked Dad to come over to help me with the kids in the evening and join us for a birthday dinner and cake.  The kids love Pop and even our new Little Bit got to help blow out candles, which, by the way, aren't the correct candles for his age, but who doesn't like to fudge on their birthday?!