October Highlights

October was fun a month. 

bumbos, costumes, outings, vacations, birthdays, and nice weather. 

Halloween Festivities

Renaissance Festival

We had a blast. Some highlights: sword swallowing, performances, a live joust, yummy food, and lots of costumes. 

David and I went 7 years ago, before it become so popular. There were tons and tons more people there than when we first went. It was still fun. 

Virginia Beach Getaway

My parents are in China teaching English so they weren't able to use their time share this year. 

We jumped at the opportunity, beating out my siblings, and we are so glad we did. Since I blog about things that happened four months ago, I can tell you it was a memorable trip for the girls. I overhear them pretending they are going to Virginia Beach! 

It was cold and windy, but still a lot of fun. Our hotel was right on the beach so we could go out for an hour and then walk right back to the hotel for a break. 

Ticonderoga Farms

Leah's preschool took a field trip to Ticonderoga Farms. It was so fun. 

While Leah and I were on the field trip. David and Sarah went out for breakfast.

Me and Leah 

 Her preschool class. (L-R) Alina, Leah, Mckenzie, Asher, Lucas, Luke, Tristram, and Ben)

Her class with her teacher Mrs. Kunz waiting for the hayride. 

Friends on the hayride. 

Me and patient baby Anna.

Pumpkin picking

Heading back on the hay ride. 

We had a really fun time -- even though it was pretty warm for October. 

September Highlights

Oh September. It seems like yesterday, but it's already been two and a half months since you came. 

Maybe, someday I'll blog about what's currently happening in our lives. Just maybe. 

Anna started smiling, and she hasn't stopped. She always gives the camera a big grin. 

We celebrated my birthday. David bought me a Kindle, and I love it. I'm starting to read again, because I can do it one handed. 

Grandma Stathis and Anna cuddling. 

Sarah and Anna chilling in the morning. 

Preschool orientation. David's holding the baby and taking the picture.

Leah looked so grown up, and she took it very seriously. 

Sarah started to enjoy playing whatever she wants however she wants on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning while Leah is at preschool and Anna naps. 

We laugh a lot together which is so fun. Sarah also hates when I take pictures and reminds me often to put my phone away when we are together. 

A friend called one Saturday morning and said they had a few toys they wanted to drop off. The girls were in heaven as they watched them unload a kitchen, vanities, playhouses. 

Leah got right to work. 

Cute girls the first day of preschool 

Sisters.

Preschool carpool buddies! I love filling our van up with kids. 

Sarah reading to Anna. Adorable. 

Dress ups in my old ballet costumes. Leah is the green musketeer from a Barbie movie. 

Daddy daughter pic. 

Anna

Mommy daughter pic.

Dress up again. 

Games. Sarah is hilarious playing this game, and Leah is really good at it.