Scarecrows

We went to Village Hall again to pick our favorite scarecrows. Dylan and Camryn had really been looking forward to it. We passed it everyday on the way to school. So I heard about it every day for a couple of weeks. There were some great ones again this year!

Apple Farm

We went apple picking at Eckerts with cousins. They have so much for the kids to do. We went to the pig races where Mark got picked. His pig won the race and he was awarded a pooping pig key chain which my kids loved. They had a train, slide, jumping pillow, rides and a haunted house. The apples we picked were delicious!

 

 

 

Camping

We spent a weekend camping at Sunpoint Resort in Piedmont, Missouri. We stayed in a cabin and the resort had miniature golf, tennis court and a basketball court. I use the term resort loosely because it was a little old and the kids thought the cabin smelled funny. But we had a good time anyway. We also went to the lake one afternoon. I didn't bring swimming suits because the pool was closed and I thought the lake would be too cold. I should have because the kids went fully clothed in the lake. They were such a mess from the water and the sand. But that was probably one of their favorite parts. It was fun to spend time together!

Madison's Birthday

Madison turned 9 in September. She had an American Girl Birthday Party with her friends. We decorated shirts for their dolls and watched Saige Paints the Sky. And of course had lots of yummy treats. She has such a fun group of friends! We also celebrated with family and she got everything she could ever want. She has been asking for a pet for a long time and dogs and cats are out of the question. So we got her a couple of gerbils. She was so excited and has been surprisingly responsible.

Cardinals Game

We went to the Cardinals game this week and we had so much fun. They were off to slow start so Madison and I took a trip to the bathroom. Of course as we go into the bathroom we hear loud cheers and fireworks. We missed a homerun. Madison was so disappointed and said that will probably be the only homerun tonight. She was not disappointed for long because we got to witness a grand slam. It was pretty awesome! The Cardinals ended up winning 8 to 6.

Girls Weekend in Indianapolis

The girls and I met my Mom, Katie, and Hallie in Indianapolis for the weekend. We walked along the canal, ate dinner and had s'mores. We went along the canal in paddleboats, shopped, swam, and painted our toes and fingernails. We had so much fun! My girls didn't want to leave and can't wait to do it again.

First Day of School

Gavin started 6th grade at middle school. Madison started 3rd grade, and Dylan and Camryn started another year in pre-k. My kids are in three different schools so I am grateful Gavin and Madison don't mind riding the bus. So far everyone loves their classes and teachers!