pumpkin patch visits 2013

We were blessed to get to go to several pumpkin patches this year. First up was Orr Family Farm. It was neat to see how they had recovered from the tornado damage, but we probably won't go again next year. I would say this is more a fall amusement park than pumpkin patch. It's fun, but expensive.

We also went to Carmichael's in Bixby, which we've done several years now, and I've gone a lot since I was little. Lots of fun memories here and it's free, besides the pumpkins.

I found WINGS this year, which I didn't realize was a cute little patch in Edmond. I think it's a fundraiser for a special needs organization. Todd loved milking the cow and Elle loved the bunnies. They had great prices and this is where we got our pumpkins for our pregnancy announcement picture.

Last, but not least, we went to Pumpkinville again this year. It's so beautiful and unique. It was cold, but the kids loved it! Makes it worth getting the yearly pass to the Myriad Gardens.

halloween 2013

Elle and Todd had several chances to wear their costumes and get candy. First, they did Trick or Treat the dorms here at OSSM. We had a small, but good turnout from other faculty and alumni families. And the students enjoyed dressing up and the dance afterwards.

They even found Waldo!

Trunk or Treat at Mayfair was a big success! We had wonderful weather and the kids enjoyed trick or treating, playing games, and the inflatable haunted house.

They also wore their costumes at school to get some goodies, and we did Storybook Forest again. They had added a few new fairytales, but it was really busy this year so we didn't get to go around with half our group. Elle's really into reading fairytales with Chris so this was a good treat for them.

branson trip 2013

The Lewises are such great friends that they drove to Branson to meet us for a visit. We rented at 3 bedroom condo and had a good time catching up. The weather was beautiful and so were the leaves! We hiked a little, explored downtown Branson, played putt-putt, took in a show (Dixie Stampede), and a christmas light trail (Shepherd of the Hills). I think the kids enjoyed the condo the most, but my favorite was just being with wonderful friends! Even if we're breaking the rules in line to use the bathroom! Love you Erin and Justin!

todd april/may 2013

At 16 months Todd is 2' and 7.75'' tall and weighs 22 lb and 7 oz. The last two months have been so fun with him. He's been running everywhere! He loves to eat Oreos and candy, so we've learned to hide the sweets. When he wants something he points at it and does this little smile/shrug/eye squint/laugh thing, which means "Don't you want to give it to me because I'm so cute?!" He thinks he's as big as Elle and wants to do everything she does. He loves her so much! He runs to her classroom when we  pick her up and he knows she needs her blanket and will take it to her (unless he wants her to chase him). He is really starting to try and say things, especially in the last week. He'll tell you a whole bunch of stuff, but it's still babbling. He's into making funny faces, and sounds. His latest is a kissing sound. He also loves to wear shoes! If he finds socks or shoes he'll try and put them on. I couldn't believe the day he got both socks on correctly by himself. He's already way more mechanical and athletic than Elle.

The boy loves to cook, play in the water, and ride his tricycle!

He figured out how to take off his pants!

He got a hair cut by mom before Easter...

then again by dad the next week!

This series of pictures makes me laugh! He cracks me up, and makes me crazy sometimes too!

He's Mr. Independent! He must do the spoon, fork, bubble wand, etc. himself, and doesn't like to hold your hand to go up steps or walk.

He's an explorer and loves to play outside!

I just love this fox!

elle's 4th birthday interview

This year I interviewed Elle and plan to ask her the same questions next year to compare.

Here are the questions and interview results:
1. What is your favorite color? pink & purple
2. What is your favorite toy? my ponies
3. What is your favorite fruit? grapes & strawberries
4. What is your favorite TV show? Strawberry Shortcake
5. What is your favorite movie? Ariel & My Little Pony
6. What is your favorite thing to wear? Ariel
7. What is your favorite animal? dolphin & sharks & octopuses
8. What is your favorite song? Ariel songs
9. What is your favorite book? I Am a Princess
10. Who is your best friend? Cydney
11. What is your favorite snack? Lucky Charms
12. What is your favorite drink? milk
13. What is your favorite breakfast? Fruit Loops
14. What is your favorite lunch? meat & carrots
15. What is your favorite dinner? tater tots & corndogs & hotdogs
16. What is your favorite game? Strawberry Shortcake
17. What is your favorite thing to play outside? frisbee
18. What is your favorite holiday? Easter
19. What do you sleep with at night? my blanket
20. What do you want to be when you grow up? nothing! just myself