Chatter Box

I spent most of my day with a dear friend I haven't seen in at least 4 months. It did my heart so much good! Our two boys played amazingly well and tolerated our endless chatter. I barely made it to the bus stop in time.

Then tonight, I am having dessert with my Tues morning (Wellspring) small group. I may speak enough words today o spare my husband for the weekend :)

It's Friday! No specific plans for the weekend. We really need to rake our millions of leaves, if only it would stop raining.

1st Fire

Technically, it isn't cold enough (48 degrees) to need a fire in the fireplace. But it sure did melt some cold hearts and warm our spirits. The boys and I were pretty irritable this afternoon. I am sure the constant down pouring and high winds are to blame. Looks like we are in for a 3rd day tomorrow.

This guy is especially tired tonight. He made himself very comfortable.

Then he came up with the sleeping bag idea. Bedtime stories in front of the fire.

I can't wait to cuddle up with my favorite man, once the kids are in bed :)

Rain Rain Go Away

My to-do list is soooo long, the piles are high and the pouring rain is clouding my inspirations. Nothing too exciting to blog about.

EJ had off yesterday, for Veteran's Day. He and Mason and I spent the morning Christmas shopping! It's an annual tradition. We've been doing it for at least 8 years. It was nice just having Mason to tote around. Owen was bummed to miss out on daddy's day off, but he would have been so bored with our errands.
We don't usually buy much, but just the act of brainstorming and looking really expedites the process later on. Plus, we usually try and bring Christmas presents with us on our Thanksgiving trip to PA. A whole month before Christmas really sneaks up on a person if I am not careful.
Then we had lunch out and EJ fixed dinner. What a treat!

Taking Advantage...

of gorgeous weather,
our good health,
my mobility (with possible bed rest in my future, every walking day is a blessing),
time with just my little one,
and a coupon for the local ZOO.

We went at a very slow pace. No stroller! This zoo is very small, the perfect size for a leisurely morning visit. I totally enjoyed myself and so did Mason.

Chimps in the background

My favorite for the day. Check out this sweet baby. The mama reminded me how exhausting a little one can be. She was very affectionate but never sat up, just let the baby roll and climb all over her as if she had no energy left :)

Mason LOVED feeding the goats, giraffes and deer, straight from his chubby little hand.

We both took naps. The past 3 days have been very busy. My feet are aching! But it's so worth it.

Oyster Festival

Yesterday, we joined my parents in Urbanna for the 52nd Annual Oyster Festival. It's quite a sight to see. And that is all I'll say about it:) We've been several times in the past, but we are fair weather fans. And yesterday was the perfect fall day. If nothing else it was a treat to be outside with my family.

We enjoyed lunched while listening to some very twangy country.

Owen and Sir made a wooden sailboat.

Checking out the pony rides.

Waiting in line for the pony ride.

He agreed to ride (grandma's treat), but only if I walked with him.
Don't be distracted by my very rapidly growing belly (what the heck? perhaps I should have been doing sit-ups between #2 and #3)Grandma keeper of the tickets.Grandma's treat

Watching the parade and loving it!

How much better can the day get? A free ride and ice cream.

At dinner last night it was unanimous. We are so thankful for Grandma and Sir. (for the month of Nov, we are spending time at dinner each night, sharing what each of us is thankful for)
I am loving it. Being thankful takes work. Sadly, it's easier to think of what we want or need, than why we are so blessed. So to verbalize something on a daily basis is really awesome. Plus hearing what others say, helps open our eyes to see beyond our own little world. I am excited to see how Owen's thoughts change.