Wow, that's a lot of headbands!

I guess she finally decided to wear all those headbands I bought for her when she was a baby...

A Random Conversation with Isaac

As we were driving down the street today:

Isaac: Look Mom, that guy has two dogs! (points to a guy walking his dogs)
Me: Cool.
Isaac: When can I get a dog?
Me: When you're grown up and move out of the house, you can get as many dogs as you want.
Isaac: Will you come and visit me if I have a dog?
Me: Of course. I like dogs, I just don't want to have to take care of one.
Isaac: Yeah, I'll pay for the dog and it's food. And I think I'll like to play ball with the dog. And I'll take it for walks. Mom, do you think I'll live in Texas?
Me: That would be nice.
Isaac: Then maybe I can bring my dog in the car over to visit you. But I'll bring food for it to eat while we're at your house. Maybe Emma and Noah will live in Texas too, but if they don't, I might still be able to bring my dog to visit them. Can dogs go on planes? I don't know how to do that... Mom, policeman [what Isaac wants to be when he grows up] probably get days off, right? I think I'll take a day off and play with my dog. Yeah, and I guess when I'm at work my wife can take care of the dog, too.

Poor kid. I guess he really wants a dog. He's got all the details worked out. For some reason, it just tugged at my heartstrings. Don't worry, though. There is 0% chance that we will be getting a dog.

Halloween Boo Party and Pumpkin Carving

All week Isaac has been planning a "Halloween Boo Party" for our family. He's been making little games to play and even decorations for the walls. So, today after school, Isaac, Noah, Emma and I had the Boo Party. We played: pin the eye on the monster, hide and go "boo", Halloween fishing, Halloween relay race, vote on your favorite decoration, and find the bat. The kids had fun, and Isaac was so proud of himself for making such a great party. :)


Then this evening we finally carved pumpkins - with one day to spare!

Harry Potter and Friends

When I took the kids to the Picture People yesterday, my intent was to get one (free with a coupon) 8x10 of all 3 kids together in their Halloween costumes. Oops! They're just too cute. I can't resist!

California Trip

We had a nice trip to California for Matt and Sara's wedding. The wedding was beautiful and everything went well except for our children's behavior at the temple. Both Noah and Emma were screaming their heads off by the time Matt and Sara came out of the temple, and refused to be in pictures. Luckily, they acted nice at the reception (after a rest in the car). Noah was absolutely in love with the bride at the wedding. He wanted to follow her around, hug her and kiss her. Then when it was time for us to leave, he cried because he didn't want to leave her. It was so cute. Isaac was a sweetheart the entire day, and very patient. I'm so glad!

Unfortunately, I forgot to bring my camera to the wedding, so I don't have any pictures to post. I will post some of them as soon as I get some...

While we were in California, David and I spent a day at Disneyland by ourselves. It was nice to spend a day with each other. Then the next day, we went with my mom and the kids. They loved it! I was so proud of Isaac because he finally was brave enough to ride all the "mountains". Space Mountain was his favorite. Noah's favorite ride was the Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, and he was thrilled to meet Mickey Mouse. Emma also enjoyed meeting Mickey and Minnie. All in all, a great day at Disneyland!

The kids and I also had a good time hanging out one afternoon with our good friends, the Hansens. Blake and Ryan were Isaac's best friends in Kindergarten, and their little sister Alli is Emma's age. All the kids had a great time playing together, and I had fun chatting with Nicole. Nicole was also nice enough to call and invite some other friends to drop by while we were there. Rebecca (and kids), Stacie (and Tyler), Kate, and Kandy - it was great to see you! I miss all of you so much! I am so grateful to have such wonderful friends. Thanks for making me feel loved!

Of course, our week in California went way too fast, and before we knew it, it was time to come home to Texas. Noah, especially, was really sad to leave Grandma.

Thanks Mom and Dad for letting us stay at your house! And thanks Mom for watching the kids so David and I could have a "date" at Disneyland. We love you!

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Fun at the Pumpkin Patch

I took the kids to the pumpkin patch today. It was tons of fun and free (which makes me smile). Of course all 3 kids refused to look at the camera at the same time, but that's nothing new. :)

So, although the kids didn't really enjoy getting their picture taken, they did enjoy all the other activities (bounce house, maze, etc.). Their favorite part was the hay ride around the big empty field behind the pumpkin patch.

By the way, I know no one really wants to see my face as close up as it is the picture above this, but I think it's really cool the way you can see the reflection of my arms and the camera in my glasses and in Emma's eyes. It reminds me of "The Arnolfini Marriage" painting by Jan van Eyck (where you can see the reflection in the mirror on the wall). OK, it's really nothing like that painting, but it made me think of it anyway.

Is it November 21st Yet?