You know it's bad when....

So I was at the park with my kids on Friday. There was another pregnant woman there and she started up a conversation that went something like this.

"So you look like you're in the same boat as I am." The way she said it made me think that she was coming towards the end of her pregnancy. I responded that yes I was. I then asked her when she was due and she said in two weeks. I proceeded to tell her I still had until February. Her mouth drops open - "NO WAY!"
I tried to defend myself by saying it was my fourth, which she then replied that it was her fourth too. I was then very grateful that one of my children needed assistance on the monkey bars.

Eventually

Eventually I'll get all my Halloween week uploaded. For some reason my computer will no longer allow me to put pictures on my blog. I'm going to have to get Mark figure it out. So for now, no pics...just my thoughts.

Berry Patch Farm

Today we went to a farm for our annual fall pumpkin patch trip. We went some place a little different than we've been to before and it was so much fun! There were pumpkins to buy, but the most fun was picking raspberries and apples. We picked a ton of raspberries and a about 15 pounds of apples, had a hayride, and an all around very happy time. We missed Mark a lot as we did the farm trip without him. Though I don't think he minds too much as he is attending a BYU football game at this moment in Provo. It was a perfect sunny 75 degrees - the perfect fall day - I loved the time with my kids. Everyone was happy, content, and I did not hear one complaint for over 2 hours. That is what I call a success!!!

Picking Raspberries

The fruits of our labor

On the hayride

Apples!

Mason took this one...and in case you are wondering, yes I am pregnant! I know we haven't told a lot of friends who aren't here seeing the ever growing tummy. And as for the gender of the baby...a boy! We are very consistent don't you think?

Best Buds

I love weekend mornings when Mason, Dallin, and Drew are all playing together. When they play all together in the morning they tend to have lots of dialogue and imaginative play. I guess being fresh from sleep they all have more of the creative juices flowing. I really enjoy getting breakfast ready listening to them enjoy being together. On Sunday morning I came down and they were just goofing off and I got some cute pics of the boys. Mason happens to be on the bottom of all creations and his face shows just a bit of strain. But oh the fun they were having.

Happy Birthday!

Today is my sweet husband's birthday! I just wanted to tell him how much I love him...he is my best friend. He is an amazing father who gets down and wrestles and then gets up and reads with our children. I watch as he goes each day and provides for our family feeling very blessed that there is the ability to stay home and be with my little guys. Thank you babe for your love and friendship and being who you are. Happy Birthday!

First Days

I'm always a little sad when it's time for the kids to go back to school. I really enjoy hanging out with them during summer. I also know that they really enjoy going to school to learn and be with all their friends. Mason and Dallin went back to school on August 18th.
Today was Drew's first day of preschool. I took him with very mixed emotions. I have really grown to love our one-on-one time these past couple of years. Drew is definitely a mama's boy and I love that. So today I dropped Drew off with all the pictures, hugs and loves, and encouraging words. Then got in the car and shed a few tears. I love my kids getting older and learning new things, there are just times when I wish time didn't move quite so fast. I love you Mason, Dallin, and Drew!

Mason and Dallin's first day - August 18th.

Drew's first day - today. He is so proud of his new back pack.

Sticky Fingers

The boys found a tree frog who really liked climbing all over the boys. They thought it was great fun. It's so much fun to hang out with my boys they just love to discover and enjoy.