TRUNK OR TREAT!

Took the kids to the annual trunk or treat at the church's parking lot. Lots of cute costumes! I love to see them all. So many cute ideas! The girls decided to be cowgirls and Brayden wanted to be some scary chainsaw guy. Claire was excited to have her cousin come. Before opening her bag for a treat she would say, "this is my friend laney". She must have said this at every car they went. We are glad she considers her cousin her friend. Everyone came home with a bag full of candy. I think Claire had her bag have eaten before we made it home. Except for a bite of a hot dog, candy was her dinner. Scary! Why does sugar have to taste so good?

Daddy's girl

Today Claire went to a friend's house to play. As we were leaving, the Dad of that family unexpectedly came home for lunch. This must have impressed Claire because she said to me as we were leaving, "I want my Dad to come home and see me too". No doubt she loves her dad.

FHE at the pumpkin patch

Met my sister and her family last night at the pumpkin patch. Here's a few pictures.
HAPPY FALL!

He's the Rabbit

The school is doing Alice in Wonderland in December. I hinted to Brayden that we are very busy right now and the play in the spring would be a great play to participate in. He quickly replied, "I'm trying out for that one too, mom." Well, he really loves it, so in spite of an already crazy schedule; we have added drama to it. He got the part of the white rabbit. We had to buy the movie. It must have been the only one we didn't own (of course). He's learning his part and listens to the music every night before bed. I'm sure he will be great and can't wait to see it!

Running with Dad.

Brayden and Kerry have been running together for the past few months. At first, Brayden wasn't all that excited about the idea. I was sure Kerry was ready to give up some days, but I think they are both starting to see the fruits of their labors. Brayden ran over two miles on Saturday. They are now looking into running a 5k together. Brayden seems excited.

My poor cat!

Been so busy with life that I haven't posted anything about life lately. I can't believe that September is about over; however, before it's over, must write about my poor cat, Bunny. I came home from work about 13yrs. ago and heard a little kitten meowing from the bathroom. I opened the door and there she was. A cute little gray kitten! She was Kerry's Easter gift to me. You know a man loves you when he, who is not an animal lover, brings home a cat. Just one of many thoughtful gifts from my husband. Bunny has brought me, but especially my children joy over the years. A few weeks ago, we had company stay with us. I got up early to take care of a project in the garage. I pulled the car out, and took some things out that I needed. When I was done, I left the car parked in the driveway because I was planning on taking my sister-in-law shopping. I ended up taking Kerry's car instead and my car remained in the driveway. Later that day, Kerry left to run an errand. He opened up my car and heard Bunny pathetically meowing from inside the car. She must have jumped into my car that morning and had been locked in for several hours! Not to mention the temp was well over 100 degrees that day! We rushed her to the vet. Her internal body temp. reached 107! They took excellent care of her and I had her back the next day. Not a bad recovery for a 13yr old cat. Claire seems to love the cat the very most. A few months ago I took some shots of her with the cat.

They got the keys!

Mom and Dad finally got the keys to their new home today! I don't think my mother will ever move again. This has been a long haul and today she spent the afternoon running around copying, signing, and faxing papers. We helped them move some of the little stuff tonight. She's having movers come take care of the big stuff tomorrow. Thank goodness! It's going to be nice having them close.