Halloween 2010

This year Ava was pretty excited about going trick or treating. I think she now understands that she was going to get some candy. George's parents and our daughter Ashley came over for an early dinner, and then we all set out to trick or treat with the kids. We were grateful for the good weather as last year was very cold. Ava was a butterfly and the twins were matching caterpillars. Ava was very polite at each door and said Thank-you. It was good to spend time with family and to see our cute little bugs dressed up.

Update on the Twins and Ava

The twins and Ava are growing up so very fast and I wish I had a remote control so that I could slow down some of our days together. However, other days I would gladly fast forward or skip altogether. They are fast approaching their 9 month mark and Jovi now has two bottom teeth, with her top FOUR coming in at the same time. Nights with her have been a little rough due to her teething. Finn is now pulling himself up on things and has tried to even take a few steps. They both are crawling everywhere and are curious about other parts of the house. We have again been blessed with very good natured babies and they always seem to have a smile for us. Jovi is a giggler and more vocal than Finn. Finn is a charmer with his adoring eyes and gracious grin. Ava is still in her testing phase as seen in most 2 year olds. She can carry a conversation on for most of her waking hours and George and I have to chuckle sometimes how long winded she really can be. She is ALWAYS asking questions and make observations in the world around her. She can make us laugh until our belly hurts by her observations and/or questions and then other times she can be a trial on our patience. Ava is like a sponge that is absorbing so much information. She has learned her ABC's, Days of the Week, Colors and Shapes, Counting to ten, and lately she has attempted to write out letters with some success. She sings alot and even makes up her own songs. George and I are so thankful for these three sweet cherubs but also look forward to someday sleeping in past 7:00am.

Ander's Visit- Relaxing & Refreshing

This last weekend we had Brooke, Corey and Malin up from Indy for a visit and we so enjoyed our time with them. We never ceased to find things to talk about and food and drinks were always near by. Malin and Ava played and had fun at the playground, carving a pumpkin, playing in the leaves, painting, girl talking at night, and riding bikes in the driveway. We wished we could see them more often and we are looking forward to putting a date on the calendar again.

Visit with my Mom and Dad -Oct 18th

For most of my adult life, I have been at odds with my Dad and from time to time we have verbally battled it out. Then about seven years ago, things between us became unbearable and we haven't spoken or seen each other in seven years. I still kept in touch with my Mom but as her illness with Alzheimer's continued to get worse, it was more difficult to see or talk with her because of my Dad's reluctance in cooperation. So, with that said, you can imagine my surprise and awkwardness when I went to see my Mom on a Monday morning and he answered the door and stayed for the visit. He was cordial and civil and very happy to meet Ava for the first time. He spent time with us looking at old photographs and reminiscing about past memories. He doted on Ava and she seemed amused. The visit ended with some hugs and some tears and now I'm not sure how to feel. It still feels like unfinished business. I'm praying for continued guidance and obedience to God's will in this matter because I sure can't do it on my own.

Ox Bow County Park- Oct 16th & 17th

What a beautiful Fall weekend it was on the 16th and 17th and both days were spent at Ox Bow County park with the kids. Ava was able to run all over and the twins enjoyed all the pretty leaves falling around us. The weather was perfect!!! We even were able to enjoy a group of Deer that was running through the woods. They stopped to see us, then moved on, only to return again for a better look at us. I love the Fall with all its beautiful splendor!

Finn not really caring about the pumpkins

Jovi and her first pumpkin