Last Week

 

We went out shopping for two hours one day. I'm not sure how that even happened but we enjoyed looking at all the toys. Lewis is sure this should go on his Christmas list and the fire truck one should go on Augustine's list. Keep dreaming kid. 

He cut his 8th tooth this week at 6 1/2 months old. All four top and all four bottom: check. 

Desperate for him to channel his energy to something other than driving me nuts. He didn't break the vacuum...phew.   

Got out some different toys, which also helps.   Grandma Susan spent some time with Lewis while I prepared for a weekend trip. So helpful! He got to steam his chocolate milk at Grandma's. 

Halloween 2016

   

Lewis gives the candy out while Augustine trick or treats. Then they share what Augustine brings home. I hope this is always the tradition!

Even Logan dressed up!   

It was so warm that we took Elias around the block with us.  

The sisters are always home and invite everyone to make a visit to their chapel. It's a special treat that we look forward to every year! 

Sr. Teresa Marie asked if she could take Elias into the chapel for a visit. ❤️ I love how much they love children. 

I said of course and he was very happy with her! She was so happy too.   Visiting Jesus on Halloween. 

Sneak Peek!

 More family photos to come!

Autumn Walk

 

It dawned on me that Elias had never taken a wagon ride, so we gave it a try one afternoon and he loved it. Augustine really enjoys pulling Lewis in the wagon, and now he has a full wagon!   

Fall Fun

 

Lewis' teacher hosted an evening of fall fun for the whole school at her turkey farm! It was a very fun evening. 

There was a treasure hunt.   

Lots of yummy treats.  A fire pit with s'mores kits.  

A hay rack ride. Lewis doesn't like hayrack rides because "hay poke me in da bottom". Augustine and I enjoyed it though, and it put Elias to sleep. 

Lewis liked the horses. They were very clean horses.   

There was an obstacle course and other fun things to play.  We also got to pick pumpkins out of the field but it was too dark for photos by then. 

This Week

 

This is Mr. Pom-Pom. Lewis drew him and named him.

My sink is Norwex clean!!! In my old house there's a lot of finish missing from this sink and the bathtub so it doesn't look clean, but it is.  

I wasn't paying much attention as Lewis tried to start another episode. Our DVD player is horrible. Since day one the wires are somehow crossed and the buttons - every single button - does whatever it pleases. It's crazy. Ad very frustrating. So as Lewis fought a loosing battle he suddenly said, "Love of Pete!" I was in stitches. 

Loves his new pizza set! 

Someone started crawling yesterday! It's the super cute robot crawl. 

Why didn't I think of this sooner! Elias' first wagon ride today. He loved it!    

Capitol adventure with Daddy. The elevator looks like the one in Curious George so they were excited.  

Lewis "helping" me with dinner. I continue to dislike cooking with...well, anyone really. I'm all about working fast and getting it done. Slow. As. Molasses. With. Kids. Add ingredient, clean up mess. Add ingredient. Clean up mess. Stir. Clean up mess. Repeat.  

Carefree Timelessness

 

He fell asleep sucking on the swing clip. Lazy Sunday afternoon spent with friends. It was a lovely brunch, strong Sangria, and beautiful weather. We thoroughly enjoyed the slowness. Slowness can be so rare if you don't pay attention.  

They made this fence (the sticks) and poured lots of water into the sand. They worked a long time and were very happy together.   

 

Grandpa bedtime stories are always fun.  

He had some serious work to do the last few days. He loads up his tool belt until he can barely walk! 

Someone is very close to getting around! He can roll all directions, go from sitting to all fours and back to sitting, he can flop to his tummy and spin, AND he has started pulling up very slowly in his little garden/house.  

My friend stopped by to help me for 20 minutes while Logan was out of town and she is a kid whisperer. Elias was happy in her arms, and the big boys were sitting on the couch and laughing hysterically as she talked with them.  

First big boy bath for Elias and first brother bath in G&G's new bathroom! 

The boys with Grandpa before Mass on Sunday. Philip gave Grandpa that tie for Father's Day is the story, I think.