Happy Thanksgiving!!

In keeping with the original Thanksgiving feast of roast Labrador, Jack and Paige are getting ready to sacrifice our beloved Charlie...

Just one of those naughty days!!

Although Paige had taken a shower earlier in the day, she decided she was going to take a bath with Jack anyway...clothes and all. Despite how naughty this was, I could not stop laughing, and I am now concerned that this will turn into the newest habit.

Happy Birthday Grandpa!

Sunday was Rich's Dad's birthday, so we helped him celebrate. Little Miss Sassy Pigtails was much less sassy then she looks from this photo. Oh well. Love you, and Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy 4th Birthday, Jack!!!

I can't believe my little mister is 4 already! I don't know where the time has gone: I feel like it was just a little bit ago that Rich and I brought him home from the hospital. I love the little boy he has become, and everyday he teaches me new lessons about life and love (and patience...). I'm so grateful to be his Mama, and I can't wait for all the adventures this next year will bring.

Auntie and Mama

Grandma Rausch

Whoa! Look at that loot!!!

"Mom, do I have to blow out the candle on this ghetto half eaten cake?"

Trick or Treat!

After a little recovery from Jack's earlier birthday party, we went trick-or-treating with the neighbors. The kids did burn a little energy before hand. By the time we were done, which ended up at the kids' grandparents' house, Jack made it very clear that he was done with pictures.

Flying lessons on Halloween

This is sooo Madi with her bottom in the air!

She's really trying to keep up!

Wait for me, guys!

First stop... our house

Taking a break

(She's crying because her mean mommy won't let her eat a big bag of Skittles)

Birthday Party Number One

On Halloween morning we had Jack's "Friend Party" to celebrate his FOURTH birthday!!! It was a little crowded but the kids played really well together, and I think a good time was had by all (especially Jack).

Nobody will get these trucks!!!

Say Cheese!
Some grooming with a Barbie brush
A very cool helicopter!

Making a wish