Trick or Treat!

If you are Justus you say Trick or Treat with such gusto! He was very good at loudly proclaiming it to the people who opened the door. He had a great time going door to door. He wasnt ever afraid or intimidated. Even when other kids were there he had no problem holding out his bucket and making himself heard. Before Trick or Treating, we went to a block party our church was hosting. We made some new friends and got to eat really yummy food. Justus and Haven got a goody bag and were running crazy with all the other kids. Then we went Trick or Treating, then Neil and Justus made it over to GiGi and Papas house. Haven and I stayed home so Haven could sleep. It was a very fun Halloween!

Smarties

I love Smarties! Of course nothing compares with Chocolate, but this is a great 2nd choice!! Ive been eating them like crazy cause for some strange reason I bought a huge ol' bag of them. And I figure its better for me than eating chocolate.

Crazy Busy

One of my friends came over yesterday. She, who is engaged to a guy that is in the military currently in Baghdad, asked me if my life was as crazy busy as hers. Mind you, she came over just as we were finishing lunch. I looked at her and said YES! My days are filled with rushing Justus to the potty so he wont have an accident, cleaning up accidents he has almost daily in one form or another, trying to get both kids fed, watered or otherwise tummies full. Getting them dressed several times a day cause Justus is still mastering the spoon and Haven is still mastering getting it to her mouth. Changing diapers, changing underwear. Laundry for days. Teaching the kids to play together, reading to them, teaching them in general. Answering the phone when important calls come - all this while hoping to have time to get myself ready, fed and time to use the restroom. Now, as all you parents know, these things never happen one at a time so as to get them accomplished in an orderly nice fashion. No, most always it is at least 3 things at once or more. So, not to short change my friend at all cause I certainly remember planning my wedding, working full time, trying to communicate with my soon-to-be hubby (let alone one that is so far away in dangerous places) - I know that is busy too. But something about being a mom - we are just always crazy busy!

Birthday Party

We had Neil's 30th and Haven's first birthday party on Sat night. My sister came over and helped me decorate. We blew up 144 balloons with helium. She is amazing and can do it so quickly. Of course the girls were on hand to help also. We had a Chick-fil-a nugget platter (Neil's favorite) and other yummy food. Cake was of course Eddies (my favorite). We had a fun time hanging out with our family and friends. Of course the most fun was watching Haven walk around in her tu-tu that Whitney made for her and then seeing her eat her cake. The pink frosting was all over! But well worth the mess.

One Year Pics

Here are some pics of Haven today - One year old! Such a big girl!!

Happy 1st Birthday Tribute

What a great day today is. I got Haven out of her crib this morning and sang her happy birthday. Then a rare treat, Neil came home (he is usually at the office by the time I get the kids up) and said a good morning Happy Birthday to our Darling. Then we went and got Justus up and Justus wished her a happy birthday. I went to a bible study this morn and saw my Doctors wife there, so I thought that was kinda funny. Then home for lunch and now sweet naps. We weighed Haven last night so we could switch the car seat. I got that done earlier today. So I havent taken any pics yet today cause technically she wasnt born yet. Not til 4:06. But until then, here are some of her when she was fresh out.

Tomorrow's The DAY

Happy 1st Birthday to Haven tomorrow!! I LOVE it. No more babies!!!!!! I was already contemplating switching her seat around today - but, safety first. And I only think she is 20 pounds. I need to actually weigh her. Just think, this time last year I was a day away to pushing out my baby girl. My belly was all big and I was soooo ready to have her (imagine that!) I am so excited for tomorrow!! Here is a pic of me right before I went to the hospital to have her.

Tongue Tricks

Can you do this with your tongue??

More Pumpkin Pics

Here are some more pics of the Patch thanks to Tiffany.

More Pumpkin Fun

Today Justus Haven and I went with our church's Preschool dept to the Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch. Tiffany came along to help since Neil is out of town for work. It was my first time going there so it was fun to see all that they had to offer. We looked at the pumpkins, walked across the wobbly bridge, took the train ride, watched the miniature train, played in the Castle and House and ended the day with a corn dog and cookie. It was fun. Justus even gave his first kiss to Samantha Turner. What cuties they are! Haven had a good time walking and exploring. Tiffany was doing a great job keeping up with her while I kept an eye on Justus and took pics. I was so proud of both my kids on the train ride. They werent scared and they listened to the rules. Justus sat so good next to me and Haven did good too! We all had a great time!!

Zoo Day

Justus, Haven and I met with some friends at the zoo today. It was really a nice day to be out. Now that Haven isnt napping in the morning, Im free to do lots of fun morning outings. It really is nice!

Pumpkin Patch

I met my sister and niece Ali at Cobb Ranch this morning. The kids had such a fun time playing in the pumpkins and hay. They also have a play area that the kids loved. Justus got to experience a Port-a-Potty. Thankfully they were mostly clean. But I still gave all my continuous warning of "Dont touch ANYTHING." We were sad when it was time to leave, but we have plans for more pumpkin patch play times.

Camera - action!

This is what I get to play with this weekend! I wish I knew more. I know it can take fabulous pictures, Im just not real sure I can use it to its full potential. Anyways, good friend Joanna is loaning it to me so I can take pics of the kids at the pumpkin patch. Fun times! Hopefully Ill be able to post some amazing pictures.

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Crazy!

Building Towers & Motorcycle ride

Yesterday was Haven's last morning nap. She was more than ready for the transition even tho I wasnt sure I was. During her last sleep, Justus and I played blocks and we built this really cool tower. Justus does a good job and really has very definite ideas of how it should be done. Then later, the two went for a ride on Justus' motorcycle. It was so cute to see them playing together. It was all their own doing. They were laughing and having so much fun. Very cute.