Pumpkins Carving 2007

We missed pumpkin carving, last year, and Timothy was not going to allow that this year. We picked out pumpkins, last evening, and this afternoon, Mark and Timothy got busy carving out the faces. I must say, Timothy was missing some original ideas, but it's done. So, the highlight was pulling the seeds out, cleaning the seeds and then, toasting the seeds.

In other news, Matthew ran a fever all day today....I think it's a reaction to his flu shot, but he was a hold me kid most of the day (he did get up for a few minutes to see what Mark & Timothy were doing).

home from a great weekend

So, it was a great, but tiring weekend in Indianapolis. I am catching up on sleep, laundry and housework. We have been gone the last 2 weekends, and I am just behind on everything.

The weekend was full with a adult dinner to celebrate Mark's parent's 40th anniversary (a little late due to my early pregnancy issues), visiting Matthew & Amy's new construction, a train show for the grandparents, Mark and the big kids, and most importantly, the installation of our dear friend, Dan O'Connor. We are so pleased that he was called to a wonderful church, and now he is Matthew & Amy's Pastor (it's a small world in the LCMS).

I'm going to Post a few photos of the kids from the weekend. Thanks again to Matthew & Amy.

Big Girl!

Can you believe how big she looks???? My girly is growing up too fast! I was attempting to take photos of Matthew (he's behind her on the couch), but she kept walking in front of me & wanted me to take her picture. So, I ended up with this cute one..she even pulled her barrett out and her hair doesn't look too crazy! We have our moments, but I LOVE this big girl.

we need a swing set!

So, we were at a bday party on Sunday night, and all 3 of my kids were constantly on the swing set. I really think we need one for our backyard, but we'll see what the future brings. The other highlight of the birthday party was drinking diet squirt from a can, for Abby & Matthew, that is. They spilled down their fronts, but it was the experience!

This week has been full of fatigue for this pregnant mama. I really want to move into the 2nd trimester, oh yeah, I'm there. So, maybe this is what a 35 year old feels like when she's 14 1/2 weeks pregnant (even though I have 4 more days before I get there). I just want to close my eyes, but I have 2- 2year olds that need supervision. Grandma B is coming this weekend, so I should be able to take a nap here and there. YIPPEE!!

To Sara, I have just received my purchase from Lifetime Moments...almost a year after receiving the gift....thank you! I may even have to start a new page to use the stamps or the felt thickers! SO EXCITED!!