my Big Girl!

Every day I'm amazed at my girl. she can be so young and innocent, and then at the same time I'm seeing her grow into such a cute young lady. She still has her VERY young moments, like fighting with her brothers over NOTHING, or throwing little tantrums, but those are fewer between than they used to be.

Today, she got braces. She chose to get them. It was kinda funny. She kept saying things like,
"you can't make me get out of this car..." and I'd reply with, "You're right. You don't have to have braces."
and then she got out of the car. This went on a few times, in various places...but she chose to get in the Dr. chair and get braces.

She looks pretty adorable, and picked Purple, her fave color, as her band color.

Way to go, Brynne. Your Dad and I love you!

it's all about me!!!

ok, so i normally pick a background that suits my fam along with my taste, but since November is MY month, I chose a background that speaks to me. This is sooo me! I couldn't find a vintage enough background, but i love the color yellow with teal or green and reds and oranges. i wish my couch could be this pattern. LOL.

So, happy November to me!

My Son, the Math Wizard

ok, maybe not a wizard. But, he's come so far this year.

With a new Diagnosis of ADHD, after months of struggling in the 3rd grade,

we finally landed on a medication that works great for him, and he's improved

so much, his teacher gave him the option for his award.

He could have the Math award (his fave subject) or

he could have terrific kid...he chose Math.

Good job, Dusty!

First Flag Ceremony

kinda funny...

These girls have been in Girl Scouts for 7 years, and had never done a Flag Ceremony.

They did great, and had a good time. (They were so nervous.)

Good job, girlies.

An impromptu bike ride

We're in a hard stage right now with Toby. To go on a real

bike ride he has to be in the baby seat. He is amazing on his trike, but

of course, he can't keep up with the big kids and Mom and Dad.

soon enough, though. I'm not wishing him to grow up. I love the stage

he's in right now.

Tricks and Treats

Here's a few Halloween pics from this year. we had a great Halloween, and scored huge amounts of candy. thanks to our friends, the Sesmas, for letting us ding dong with them.

our spooky jack o' lantern pics.

right after our Del Taco Halloween Ritual. lol

the whole crowd. the Sesmas, Carpenters and Shumways.