Thanksgiving 2012

We hosted Thanksgiving for Paul's family again this year.  We were in charge of the turkey and mashed potatoes while the rest of Paul's family brought sides and desserts.  There was a lot of good food and good company. 
To reflect on the day, I am thankful for many things including my husband, my 3 healthy children and wonderful extended family.  Our family is blessed to live a very plentiful life and never want to forget how lucky we are!

 Samuel and Grandma Karleen

 Daddy, Johnny, Granddaddy, Samuel

 Me with my 3 little turkeys

 Grandaddy, Aunt Cathy, Granny, Grandma Karleen

Walking Granddaddy's dog, Freckles

Thanksgiving Feast

Molly's preschool had a Thanksgiving lunch and they invited all the parents.  Molly knew I was going to meet her for the lunch but she was super excited that here daddy also attended.  It was cute and we are glad she is really enjoying preschool.

Pecans

Last week we went to a nearby park and gathered pecans.  We took a bagful home and worked on cracking the shells and getting the pecans out.  It was fun but a bit of work!

 

Molly's first trip to the dentist

Molly went to the dentist for the first time today and did wonderful.  Before we went she was a little worried about the electric toothbrush but once we got there she was a pro.  I was very impressed with the dentist who did the cleaning herself and was very sweet to Molly.  We received a good report and a little extra encouragement to brush twice a day and start flossing.  As a side not, Molly has brushed her teeth at least 3 times since the appointment and flossed twice!

Thrush

Unfortunately Samuel has developed thrush and we are having a hard time getting rid of it.  After trying the prescription medication with little success, I have decided to try an over-the-counter medication called gentian violet.  The only problem with the medication is that it stains.  Samuel got a little messy after our first use but too funny not to share.

Cute

Me: Johnny, your shirt says "tough like daddy"
Molly: (to me) Yeah, and I'm cute like you!

Air Show

Last weekend we went to an air show in Georgetown. There were several planes and helicopters on display and the kids enjoyed looking at them.  The highlight, Paul, Molly, and Johnny went for a ride in an old WWII C-47. 

 

Silly smiles

Being goofy with Halloween suckers.

Samuel 1 month

 

Samuel turned 1 month this week.  He weighs well over 10lbs now and is starting to make expressions; I have seen a couple smiles although I'm not sure if they were intentional.  I am loving holding a baby again.  Molly and Johnny are doing well with Samuel.  Johnny kisses him several times a day and says, "I love him"!



Halloween 2012

We had a very fun Halloween this year.  Here are some of the highlights.

 

Decorating pumpkin cookies:

The trunk n treat at the church where Molly attends preschool:

 Carving a pumpkin:

Halloween night trick-or-treating in the neighborhood: