pumpkin carving

After a yummy breakfast out, we were on the great pumpkin hunt. We past three places before we finally stopped and settled on the ones we liked. (Well, what Daddy would approve). It was a rainy afternoon, so perfect for carving. All the kids had fun cleaning out the insides and then making their faces. Landon and Will did theirs entirely on their own this year. Eric helped Harkin and Issabelle and then it was time to light them. How exciting!

leaf play

The leaves have been piling up this month and all the kids have been having fun together with them. It is so fun to hear their laughter and giggles. The two little ones think their two big brothers are pretty awesome for making such big piles and for throwing them into it.

double numbers

Another year older yet I still feel a bit like me. Just trying to enjoy my children and husband and this life we have. We spent some time in the meadow and then had a treat for Mama's day. Had a nice take out dinner, so no cooking for me!

I am grateful that:

I am here.
I have 4 wonderful children and get to spend my days with them.
I have a loving husband who works hard for our family.
I have family and friends I know I can count on.

Hoping that this year I can slow down even more and take it all in even better.

apple picking

We spent a glorious morning picking apples as a family. Everyone was happy to have a taste and to get our bags full. We came home and have been using them to bake with. Love this time of year!