Halloween - Take 2

Ian had his Halloween parade at preschool today. He dressed up as a police officer instead of his Star Wars character (masks weren't allowed). Here he is with two Power Rangers from his class. They walked around the gym to show off their costumes and then lined up for songs for the crowd of adoring family members after. Towards the end of their show, Ian said 'Excuse me, I am going to just sit down. I'm tired.' to the preschool director who was running the show. He is the total opposite of shy. In a room full of people, Ian managed to stand out and show his personality.

First Friend

So this pretty little girl is Jocelyn Jim. She is one of our friend's 10 month old twins. Her and Natalie were gabbing back and forth over the toy. It was fun to watch them check each other out!

Funny Face

So this face just cracks me up. I am pretty sure it was the run up to a cry but who cares! She loves the little taggie book in the picture. She can play with it on the blanket for a long time. She is rolling over all over the place too. Its the opposite of Ian....she likes her belly time! I promise we still try to take pictures of Ian too....he won't stay still long enough. We need professional help with that one!

Halloween Party

We went to a Halloween party today with some friends. The first of 3 Halloween events this week, fun times. Natalie isn't really wearing a costume, just a cute little hoot owl hat and pumpkin socks. Ian is, of course, the bounty hunter Jango Fett from Star Wars. Below he is in character with his friend and fellow enthusiast Ali Oak (aka Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn). He also posed next to our good friends Justin & Jocelyn Jim - the chicken and ladybug - so cute! They had the best even balloon artist there and fun games like a cookie decorating contest. We are starting to sugar the kids up early this year!!!

Our Friday

So the kids and I (Becky) had a very good day today. It was fully of normal stuff like going to preschool, eating, cleaning and sleeping. But in between the chores we all had a lot of smiles and sweet interaction. I called Brad to tell him that I was 'sorry that he had a day job'. I am so grateful that I have a full time Mommy job title. The Lord has blessed us in big ways!

Cereal For Natalie

We started trying cereal with Natalie a few days ago. At first, she just cried when we tried to put the spoon in her mouth. After a few days she figured out we weren't trying to torture her and now opens up for the spoon. Ian wants to feed her so much. I'm sure the novelty of feeding his baby sister will last about 2 seconds. Maybe we'll give it a try today. Wish us luck!

Sweet Cheeks

Isn't that a great smile?! She was hamming it up today and we got so many great shots we had to make a collage and share with everyone. Ian is good at getting smiles out of her, of course!

Natalie's New Toy

We got out Ian's old excersaucer and Natalie really enjoyed it. She likes playing upright and trying to get her hands on all the toys surrounding her. She is still a little young for it, so we don't put her in it for very long or when she is at all tired. I remember when Ian really got into this toy. It was so nice for mommy to have a happy baby and free hands! Yeah excersaucer!!!! (Can you believer she is almost 6 months old?)

The Butterfly House

We went to the zoo this morning, got there when the doors opened actually. Here Ian is in the Butterfly house admiring some of the many beautiful butterflies. There are so many flying around and they come right up to you - very cool!

Fun At The Gardens

Our friends Jill, John and Declan Williams come from Owensboro to spend the weekend with us. We went to the St Louis Botanical Gardens for a fall festival and had a great time. There were all kinds of sculptures for the kids to climb on and it was a perfect fall day.

Actually got a picture of us all together!!!