Owen Deere Green

This ride-on John Deere Green tractor was one of many fantastic birthday gifts Owen received from his friends and family. This nifty toy can be ridden, pushed, used as storage for the farm animals it comes with and as a tool to torment your brother/sister. Both kids LOVE this toy because they can push each other on (off of) it which provides lots of fun. Uncle Matt, Aunt Nancy, Hannah and Maddie provided the perfect "Aunt/Uncle gift" because of it's fun factor and that it makes even more noise! In my pre-child days, I can only imagine how many of these type of gifts I gave to Hannah and Maddie. You know the ones, the best part about them is the bright red button that plays Old MacDonald over and over and over again. No worries here though, I can get over the noise, but am always thrilled with the smiles and laughter!

Happy Birthday, Toosie!

Pumpkin Pickin'

Pumpkin Pickin'

Before our trip to Ohio, we decided to take the kids on a truly fall, harvest event...pumpkin picking! Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate accordingly and it was 90 degrees outside. Instead of sipping hot cider with warm pumpkin spice doughnuts, we ran through the corn maze with sweat dripping everywhere. After the tractor ride and the corn maze, we did sample apples, pick out pumpkins and ride around on the mini-tractors. (They even had a pink, girlie one!) Kailey and Owen liked being pulled around in the pumpkin carts and Owen even sat still while we put him on the pumpkin scale to find out his weight!

The idea was good and on a much cooler day, it would have been perfect. The kids had a good time which ultimately is all that matters.

Happy First Birthday, Little Man!

It's hard to believe a year has gone by since Owen entered this world. It hasn't been the easiest, or the most restful year we've ever had, but it's been one of the greatest! We had a fantastic day filled with first haircuts, shopping and parties with friends. I have many, many pictures to post, but will only be able to post a few tonight. We have a big week planned and will update when we return.

The big 1st birthday gift from Mommy and Daddy was an incredible tent/tunnel/ball pit that we really wanted for both Kailey and Owen. It was a hit and Owen loved playing peek-a-boo behind the tent walls. We did try to do the traditional smash cake, however, he hated it, just like his sister. I guess some things do run in families!

Happy Birthday, Owen! We love you!

Quack Quack!

Kailey from the Block

Kailey loves hats and dress up. Here is a shot from a flimsy old hat of mine that just doesn't quite cut it anymore. Kailey noticed it in the 'to go' pile and snatched it right up. It's now one of her favorites...I think she and J-Lo are the only two who can get away with this look. Well, maybe just Kailey!