Experiment 52, #38 {Party before the party}

 On Saturday, Main Street had a big carnival for our littles to enjoy.  We ran into some good friends and LOVED seeing their costumes.

Daddy, of course, LOVED putting together Griff's costume.  He even went as far as emailing CU's athletic department for the actual helmet decals.  He also found the "ralphie" costume for Ailee.  These two have such a great dad.



Experiment 52, #37 {pumpkin patch, take TWO!}

Yes, there is a fountain involved, but this time I promise there are pumpkins too. :-)

When it comes to the "entertainment envelope" in my life, this is where it's spent.  I'd rather, any day, be here in this moment WITH my kids then any other form of entertainment.  If it's the 4 of us doing something together, an adventure of any sort, count me in.  We love us! (right, Kathy?)

In the last week, literally, we have seen our little one's personality coming out strong and proud.  She is, in fact, her father's daughter.  Strong, certain, quick, adventurous, loving, and yes even spirited.  Which, on the other hand is very different from our "old soul" son.  He's cautious, thoughtful, creative...well, quite like my brother, and he's even been hit by his little sister.  Did he hit back, no...just very sad that she would do such a thing.  Don't get me wrong, he's got his mischievous side too.  He talks a lot of smack.

 They are a perfect combination.  I LOVE that they will push each other to try new things, encourage kindness, help stick up for each other, learn to love people that are not like themselves, and be siblings for the rest of their days.  Those things make my heart smile.

                         

And, yes, of course we had a great time getting out of town and hitting this fall fabulousness up for a fun morning.  You two, I love you more every day.  I am blown away that I get to spend so much time with such incredible kids. We even had a little cash left in the envelope to enjoy Chik-fil-A for lunch...hahhaha.

Pumpkin Patch, take 1.

WAIT! There's no pumpkins in these pictures...Okay, okay, maybe it's just an excuse to show off the little lady sportin' a FOUNTAIN.  These are the things I've been waiting for.  When I was a nanny, I loved doing my Gracie's hair.  Now it's my turn to do just that on my own little girl.  Once again, ARRIVED.  My heart actually beat faster this morning as we were getting ready.  The next destination: pigtails.  I'm pretty sure that day will send me into palpitations.



Griff, I love your bravery and your face here.



I got text from a friend that she's in labor, so excited to meet the new baby in a few days. On the flip side, our Mimi is most likely going to meet Jesus sometime today.  Life is wild, life and death are both miracles in their own way.  Praying for many hearts as they both welcome and prepare to say goodbye today.

I heart faces

Experiment 52, #36 {I heart cousins}

What a difference a  year makes. 

Last year, we were happy to get one good one and this year they didn't want to stop taking pictures.

 My kids having tight connections with their family ranks at least in the top 5 of my dreams for them.  Let me just say, it's looking good for our first born.  He LOVES his cousins, and he's even starting to tell who is who. hahaha.    

This absolutely warms my heart. 

 May you three always be able rock your moves together.

So blessed.

Experiment 52, #35

This boy LOVES Awana!  (Try not to focus on the fact that I haven't sewn on his patch yet...).  In fact, we both love it.  We get to learn Scripture together, and on top of that I attend a wonderful class during his class. 

The unseen blessing: Ailee and Daddy get 2 straight hours together ALONE.  I have seen a night and day difference in their relationship.  Her face lights up when she sees him and runs to him in the morning and when he gets home at night.  Makes my heart smile TOO.

Anywhoo, Griff really enjoys his teachers and new friends also.   He's rockin' our his Scriptures and is thrilled to start filling in the patches on his vest as well.  In the next few weeks, he and Daddy are going to work on his derby car for a competition coming up.  We're very thankful for all his teachers and their service to all the little ones.  May God bless you all 10x for investing in my son's heart.