Autumn Photo Shoot Part 2

Autumn Photo Shoot Part 1

I really wanted some updated photos of our family this Autumn and so in order to save some money, decided to take them myself. After church last Sunday we headed to one of our favorite spots, the arboretum, with camera in hand. We were already dressed from church so it was very simple. We had packed a picnic lunch and then I took some photos throughout our walk. It was so fun and I am pleased with how everything turned out! We even had a man passing by snap a shot of our whole family! 

Backyard Fun in the Fall

It really is the Fall time when we start venturing outside more. The summer heat gets to us all, but Fall weather is perfect. Cool, not too warm. And the crunchy leaves and acorns galore just add to the fun. Eric mowed our back lawn the other day and we moved our play set from the deck. There was also a slight chill in the air. The children took care of the rest-between playing pirates, collecting acorns, kicking a ball around, and just plain running, they had a blast! 

 This is Eleanor walking around just singing. 

 Thatcher Reid in the "forest" part of our backyard. 

Life Lately

Life lately has been very busy. Even during a normal week, I feel like we are going this way and that. Between preschool, first grade, AWANA, BSF, other church happenings, doctor appointments, etc. I just keep thinking life will slow down soon, but perhaps not. These are all very good things, but it just keeps us so busy! My favorite moments have been in the later afternoon and evenings when we are all home together. So here is a snapshot of our everyday....

All the babes are now able to line up and watch a video. The favorite is always Curious George. 

 Thatcher Reid looking so sweet in his backpack. 

 All the babes drawing and coloring together at their little table in the living room. Thatcher Reid has to be monitored as he often likes to use our walls as his canvas. 

 Eleanor got a new Frozen tea set and threw a tea party for all her friends. 

 Preschool painting. She loved this and it kept her very occupied one morning. 

 Playing with modeling clay. 

 He is so sweet. And so spunky. And mostly stubborn. 

 This afternoon I lined up Everett, Hampton, and Eleanor and we made these candy corn owls step by step. I had looked up a few owl facts and as we were assembling them we had a little owl lesson. I think they turned out so cute. Everett named his Cupcake. Hampton named his Evelyn (no idea where he came up with that). And Eleanor named hers, well Ellie of course!

Sunday Picture

To get 4 small children to look at the camera and smile, all at the same time, is no small feat. These pictures were taken this morning before church and I had to do some cropping on some of them. We had a great morning! Poor little Thatcher hit his head and the nursery had to come find us, but he ended up being ok…just has a big bruise on his forehead. Everyone has been promoted to a new Sunday school class and today Eric and I went to a new class as well. Overall a great morning at church!

Oh, how I love this 6 year old. 

 And Thatcher Reid looks a little spacey, but for the life of me I could not get him to look at the camera. Still super cute though!

 And this is Everett's "go to" pose. Or when he just wants to make me laugh. And Eleanor and Hampton's expression is hysterical. 

 Cutest kid ever. 

 And she closed her eyes on purpose. Because she is the silliest kid ever. 

 And a rare beauty. 

 Her fake smile.