Fun Fall Day

A New Way to Ride

A lady Chad works with gave us these gently used Razor 4-wheelers. The kids are in heaven. I'm on pins and needles and holding my breath.

We Might Just Become Professionals

Professional Hikers that is. Ever since we went on our little hike a few weeks ago, the kids have continued to reference hiking. So we headed out again today to hike. This time I grabbed the camera to snap a few shots. The kids really enjoyed the sights. I enjoyed them. too. I was prepared with knowledge about poison oak and ivy. I even taught the kids the difference. We were able to squeeze in some science lessons along the way. For a split second, I thought about how cool it would be to home school Marlee and Cooper, then I thought against it. I would never be able to get them to focus.

Sprinkler Fun

After church and before the neighborhood kids knew we were outside, Chad was able to get some cute shots of the kids playing in the sprinkler. And no, I don't know why Cooper put on the arm floaties.

Hang Out House

I have always wanted our house the be the hang out house for the kids when they get older. Well that wish is coming true a few years early. Several kids have moved into the neighborhood, since we spend so much time outside and apparently have the "best" toys, all the kids seems to hang around here. It drives Chad crazy because they don't have the best respect for our things, but to me, they are just kids having fun. Of course, Marlee and Cooper love having the older kids to play with.  I don't mind at all because I always know what the kids are up to. The only negative is the parents seem to take advantage of the free baby-sitting. LOL

I snapped a few pictures of the kids playing in the sprinkler this afternoon. Marlee was a little hesitant about running through the sprinkler, so the twins took her by the hand and ran with her. I'm so glad she finally has some girls to play with. Everyone was sad when we had to come inside. I think several of them would live with us if we would let them. :)

Buddies

Marlee and Cooper have become such buddies lately. They are playing so well together, and really seem to enjoy each others company. That's not to say they don't fight over toys or aren't mean to each other. They definitely have their moments, but for the most part they gel really well. I love to sit back and listen to their imaginative play conversations. They each will take the lead and direct their play. I hope they always remain close friends by choice.

Dreaming of the Beach

Today we headed over to the lake and enjoyed a picnic with friends. The kids played in the sand, dreaming we were all on the beach by the ocean. Those dreams aren't that far away. I'm so ready for spring and summer.

Playing in the Rain

Boy it has been awfully rainy here and it isn't officially spring yet. We took advantage of a warm afternoon after a rain storm to splash in puddles. This never gets old for my kids. We went straight from the puddles to the shower to clean up. Clothes were soaking wet, but my kids were so happy.