Happy Halloween!!!

The kids loaded up on candy tonight at our church's Halloween carnival.  Our travels will be a bit rushed tomorrow due to the Vol's basketball practice time so I decided to take pictures tonight instead.  I figure they can eat as much candy as they want tomorrow then the rationing will begin.  The egg roll was overwhelmed with all of the people in costume, but loved the idea of getting 'candy'.  I myself would like a good piece of dark chocolate!  PS. The Vol didn't participate tonight but has a costume up his sleeve for tomorrow.

Two ingredient Pumpkin Muffins

Yes folks, that is exactly it. .... two ingredients.  The result is a delicious muffin.  You could add chocolate chips or nuts if you desire.
One box of yellow cake mix and one can of pumpkin
Mix together and bake @ 375 for 25 minutes

ENJOY!

Halloween preview

Miss Snow White AKA the egg roll had a little Halloween fun at school today.  She was quite overwhelmed with all of the costumes and people.  I wasn't sure if I could make my exit without a tear, but luckily the lure of candy and a party changed her mind.   Now to get ready for the 'real' Halloween celebration!

Fall is here!

We have been very busy around here!  We had a fantastic play date with our new friend SM. Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures of the girls.  They were very cute together and the egg roll was so excited about having a visitor over. We are still working on sharing however, but hopefully it will come in time.
We decorated our pumpkin in special egg roll fashion.  We got all of our Thanksgiving decorations out in anticipation of our guests arriving and the egg roll's birthday.  Her biggest request this year is 'candy'.  Maybe Halloween will cure some of that longing.
We watched to Vol's first basketball game of the middle school season.  The egg roll is his biggest fan!

Shut Eye

I guess that the egg roll needed a nap badly.  This is how I found her in the living room.

Romans 12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Mom, grandma, and grandpa... I love this.....

My beautiful grandmother...

Wordless Monday...

A day at the park.......

The egg roll and I had the pleasure of meeting our new friends at the park this week.  The egg roll and her new friend SM are the same age.  They frolicked in the park together like long lost pals.  SM's mommy and I had lots to talk about as well.  We are so glad that they have moved into our neck of the woods.   You see, these girls from China have a special bond and share a special sisterhood.  The ducks enjoyed a splendid meal as well.  After 4 loaves of bread, they were quite full.

Birthday Present

My best 'model' helped me try out my new lens!  Finally, I can take portrait close ups with a blurred backround!  Yippee!  No for some major practicing.

Outdoor time

ok mom, no more pictures...

While the boys are away.......

We started our day off at the Oktober Festival tent listening to music, then off to lunch, followed by Dolphin Tales the movie, TJ Maxx, and frozen yogurt.  We ended the day with a visit to Nana and Popi's house.  Whew, take my word for it, these girls know how to have fun!  I have no pictures to post unfortunately.  Well, I am one tired Mommy.  Now off to bed........

Tears.....

I saw the face of Jesus 
In a little orphan girl 
She was standing in the corner 
On the other side of the world 
And I heard the voice of Jesus 
Gently whisper to my heart 
Ddn't you say you wanted to find Me 
Well, here I am, here you are 
Chorus: 
So what now 
What will you do now that you've found Me? 
What now 
What will you do with this treasure you've found 
I know I may not look like what you expected 
But if you'll remember 
This is right where I said I would be 
You found me, what now? 


I heard this song today and of course, I cried.  This answers all of those questions as to 'why' we want to adopt again.  We are paperchasing as fast as we can. Thank Steven Curtis Chapman for helping us see the light.  I love his music.

Fall Fun!

We enjoyed some of our city's Oktoberfest activities today!!

Quote of the day......

"You are the best Mommy in the world.  You are at my service!"

Out of the mouths of babes...... 

Purple day at school

PARK!

new way to weigh babies......

1st Haircut!

It may be hard to tell, but I gave the egg roll her first haircut today.  I was trimming the frog's hair and the egg roll decided to join in the fun!

Sisters.....

Sisterhood is such a special bond.  I am so glad that the girls will still dress alike on occasion.  They got a lot of compliments at church today which made the frog's day! The egg roll was sporting a very decorative cross today as well.

sweet

May your day be a sweet !