Mim's Visit

We kept Mim busy while she was here. Two soccer games, flag football, pumpkin patch, dinner out and some babysitting which allowed transporting the older ones to activities without taking EVERYONE else.     

She brought us a fun tray (top left) for our oven or grill and ingredients to make smores in waffle cones. I love the pic with the boys crowded around her. We also enjoyed hearing all about her recent North European travels. Thanks for coming, Mim!

My Preschool Pumpkin

I enjoyed a beautiful morning on a farm today with Ryan's class. Mim joined us (Avery was in school) so I got to be in some pictures :) Notice anything different about me?

 

Lots of gorgeous horses

Ryan was so excited to pick a pumpkin that he couldn't really enjoy the horses.

 I loved being able to focus my time on him. Especially in his element. He LOVES anything farm.

Welcoming Committee

Mim was the only one getting off the train with her own cheering squad :) 

And thanks to a 30 minute delay, 3 of them, were pretty energetic!

Squirrels Needed

If only I could cook with ALL these acorns. Sure would help the ever-growing grocery budget.

Day for the Girls

EJ took the 3 boys on an overnight, cub scout camping trip.

We managed lots of "girly" activities. It wasn't intentional on my part, but looking back it sure seems girly. We went shopping for items to make Avery's Halloween costume. Just happened to find ADORABLE black boots in her size at target (she loves shoes). Then milkshakes. And b/c we had time... pretend driving, which she loves ;)

 

After (a record long nap- thank you!) we played dolls.

 After dinner and bath we baked choc. chip cookies and watched HGTV ;)

I didn't start the day terribly excited b/c she and I spend plenty of time together as it is. But I was pleasantly surprised at the great day we shared. The boys had a great time and it didn't rain nearly as much as we feared. Phew! Pics to come.