Soccer

The soccer season ended a few weeks ago and I don't think Russell or I took any pictures. Luckily, one dad's on Bryce's team is a "professional" photographer when he is not working at his regular job. All of these great pictures are taken by Mike Reed.

I love both boys' faces in this one!

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was small this year in terms of relatives but big in regards to fun. We started off the holiday by spending the day at my parents. Russell played golf and the kids and I spent time with my father. Chili for dinner then back home so the kids could watch the final episode of Ninjago. No matter that they've only seen one episode prior to the series finale and that it was way past their bedtime...they woke up right on time on Thursday to help me put the turkey in the oven. 

Thanksgiving lunch was great and every had enough room left for a piece of pie (or 3 if you were Bryce). Ivy did ask why we weren't having latkes. I think she's ready for Hanukkah!

Beautiful Day at Butler Park

The weather has been really warm so we decided to take the kids for a picnic and bike ride at Butler Park. Last year Ivy was on her tricycle, this year she easily kept up with Bryce on her bike. The water fountain was on and it didn't take long for the kids to get in it. Next time we come we'll bring a change of clothes regardless of season...

Growing up

2010 

2011

2012

Happy Halloween!

Tinkerbell and the Blue Ninja had a great night! We started off with chili and hot dogs with our neighbors. The kids ran around and asked every 5 minutes if it was time to trick or treat. I sent Russell out with the gang of kids around 6:15 and didn't see them again until their bags were too heavy to carry.