In case you didn't know, we (Tony) managed to get the nursery done in about two weeks. All it took was for the doctor to say the baby had dropped! Marcia especially has been anxious to see his handiwork especially since we bounced around ideas of polka dots or stripes. But Tony being the wise man that he is, put the big pieces of the furniture in before he started. The nursery is the tiniest room in the house. After seeing just two big pieces of furniture, I was nervous that the stripes would make it look like a jail cell rather than nursery. Thanks to Amie for the initial idea and cheers for Tony for spending 3 hours getting it just right! Feel free to come by and see it in person!
I enjoyed a good laugh as Tony prepared to chaperone his and Parker's first field trip. Here is a picture of Tony's group. You can tell he had everything under control.
Snack time at the Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch Adventures
It is becoming a tradition to celebrate John and Carol's birthdays two months after the fact. Even though we're late, we still love getting to celebrate with them!
Boo at the Zoo!
Parker had to put on his new sunglasses - just what every hamburger needs!
Hammin' it up!
Parker was excited to meet up with his favorite princess, Jillian!
Parker was especially pleased with his new ear warmers. Since it was a little chilly, they were a welcome treat!
Trunk or Treat!
Fireman Jonah!
The Hamburger, Cinderella (Jillian), The Queen (Lucy), and Spiderman (Steven)
Parker loves Abby (the young lady in the back). She helps her mom teach in Kids' Community on Sunday mornings. Spiderman and Ariel also love Abby! Did anyone see Gracie at Trunk or Treat?
The rootin' tootin cowboy is Wells! He has stick 'em up down pat!
Lainie, the Pink Lady, and Tristan, Indian Jones with the Hamburger
Tony and Parker worked very hard to make their apple out of CDs. Sometimes you find a worm in one!
We were excited the weather held for Well's 3rd birthday party! Marcia outdid herself with a farm theme at Susson Park. Unfortunately,our batteries were on the verge of going out so we didn't get to take as many pictures as we would like. Regardless, I think if given the opportunity, Marcia would be the next HGTV star with all her clever decorating and party themed ideas! The party was adorable and everyone had a great time! Happy Birthday Wells and thanks for iniviting us!
Fall would not be complete without a visit to Eckert's. Between the tractor at Wells' party and the tractors at Eckert's, Parker is convinced we need one so he can mow the yard. I told him to talk to his Grandaddy since Grandaddy has always wanted a riding lawnmower and that was as close as he would get to having a tractor.
Parker hard at work picking apples.
Enjoying the fruits of his labor
I love a man who can multitask!
I love fall! Don't you?
We tried to squeeze in as much fun as possible as our summer days were winding down... We made it to the zoo with Jillian which is always a good time!
We got to sing Happy Birthday to the big 5 year old Jillian at her birthday bash at the Magic House! Thanks Jilly for a great time!
Benny and Parker were quite pleased with their GQ look at church one Sunday!
Parker started Pre-K. He loves it and is full of important information every night at supper. Ms. Marie is his excellent Pre-K teacher. He already loves her.
Even though we are back in school, it doesn't mean that we don't have time for a jam session with Mr. Keith. Parker even got his first guitar lesson! We are so happy to welcome the Ubelein family back to St. Louis! Now that school is back in session, the countdown to Baby Girl is getting serious! We don't have a name or anything ready, but we still have got time, right?
My mom's birthday week has come to an end, but it was a lot of fun celebrating her big 60th! We started by heading to KC last Friday to celebrate with family there. We hit some of our favorite restaurants including Houston's and Andre's. If you like chocolate and Swiss food, you must stop by Andre's for lunch. My mom has been eating there since her single days....
Tony and Parker had a blast at their very first 3-D movie. We saw Journey to the Center of the Earth. We're sure it isn't going to win any Oscars, but it was a lot of fun in 3-D!
A heat advisory didn't keep us from heading to Theater in the Park. My brother and the star, JB, was in Titanic, The Musical. Parker only made it to intermission. I have no idea how my brother and the cast didn't keep from fainting between the heat, the lights, and the period costumes.
We were able to worship at Red Bridge Church of Christ, my growing up church. It was good to see my friend, Lindsey, who I grew up with and is expecting her second child, a baby girl who is also nameless, next week. While we there, I was reminded of God's faithfulness and love. I saw people who have known me for a long time and missed the faces of people who have passed on or moved away. I was so thankful that my parents were committed to making our church family an important part of our childhood. I also thanked God for the family there who made me feel, even as a child, that I was a vital part of God's family. It is the same feeling I hope Tony and I communicate to our kids at McKnight. I want them to grow up feeling that they are part of something bigger and that their family at McKnight lifts them up to the Father. Sunday afternoon, Mom headed back to St. Louis with us for more fun!
Well, fun is a relative word. We managed to squeeze in some shopping and lunch out between working in my classroom and Parker's first dentist appointment. Hurray - no cavaties!
Friday night's weather was so beautiful that we headed to the zoo! Parker loved showing Grandmaw the dinos! Saturday night was Munchin' With the Martins. Then Sunday, it was time to head back to KC. Happy Birthday, Mom! Thanks for all your help this week at home and at school! We love you!