Anyone who knows Henry knows that he is constantly in motion. He even dances and jumps most of the time when watching the TV. So in an attempt to make Henry's day we took advantage of the nice weather (no rain) and headed out to the park. Reese has had a horrible cold which had made us a bunch of cooped up chickens!

As we walked I definitely felt the chill of winter setting in which made me think of the hot chocolate I bought at Costco yesterday :). Once at the park I was amazed at how much my little Henry has grown in strength and ability. He can do anything at the park!! He was a climbing machine and also showed some great balancing as he played on all the stuff we used to consider the big boy stuff. I guess I realized how fast he is growing and how he truly is one of the big kids now. As much as I wish he could stay my little boy forever I also realized an insane amount of happiness and pride come when watching your kid do something new! I literally was jumping up and down saying "Hooray!!", thank goodness the park was empty!

Here are some pictures of Henry in his element.

crossing the bridge




hooray I did it!!!!


the spiderweb, we may have been singing spider man theme while he did it!



Reese joins in the fun just as any little sister should!

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas!

Thanksgiving was a success! We traveled down to Portland and enjoyed a wonderful dinner (prepared by the Piper's) with the Piper's, Grandpa Steve and the Seminarios. Here is the embarrassing part where I tell you I forgot my camera so I have no proof of the amazing time we had. You will just have to believe me when I say Lucy is adorable and the kids had so much fun playing with each other. Henry and Oscar had a great time together too and expended a lot of energy!!!

We came home Friday night late and the kids slept wonderful (thank goodness because Henry was 2 naps short and definitely showing it!) We awoke the next morning and decided to take a trip to the tree farm to get our tree. We got a noble fir this year and it took Henry a while to find one he liked. We had a great time and for those of you who know me well know that a day at the tree farm is like a day at the spa to me, I LOVE CHRISTMAS!

father and son bonding!



bringing the tree in


he is quite helpful


on the hunt


heading out


We got the tree home decorated it and put on our new ornaments. Henry chose a fire truck and our family ornament this year is a bakery shop with Santa inside. Henry loves to play with them and it marks yet another set of ornaments to mark this time in our lives.

our family ornament

Today we visited Santa and it went perfectly. Henry worked on his list this morning so he would have something to show Santa.


We were the first in line and that made us all happy. Henry was a bit quiet with Santa but warmed up quick. Reese wasn't too sure but as long as she had Henry in sight she was fine. She even put her hand on Henry's lap during the pictures as if to send Santa the message that they are a package deal. Pictures went well and they are going to be on our Christmas card so stay tuned...

waiting for Santa


ready to show the list


The house is decorated and the new stockings are on their way. My next adventure is making my advent calendar full of books and activities for Henry and Reese, wish me luck!!

Crawling and Riding

Reese is officially crawling like a big girl. No more army crawl but a full fledged real crawl!! Here is a video before tubby.



Here she is into everything




she is pulling up to a stand


Our afternoon bike rides are getting better and better as Henry gets faster and also is able to ride in a straight line so we stay out of the street. Our daily rides are the best part of all of our afternoons.

he loves it!!


happy to be in the backpack!


Here is my little rider.




Pajama day at school was so fun!!! He took forever in his drawer to pick the perfect pair! He just loves school and he has stopped crying when I leave. He is actually quite happy to say goodbye so he can play.



We also went to Portland this past weekend to celebrate Cousin Lucy's first birthday. We had a blast and Henry and Reese love their sweet cousin. Lucy is so wonderful and she and Reese had quite a fun time playing together and stealing toys from one another. The birthday was a hit and Henry loved playing with all of the toys Auntie Anna and Uncle Andy had just gotten on an IKEA run!! Today is Lucy's real birthday...Happy Birthday Lucy!!!! I forgot my camera but I got a few with my phone.

Sweet Lucy



Reese wanted to drive to Portland.


Henry entertaining himself on the ride down.

Happy Halloween

We had a great day and night for Halloween. Spent the afternoon at Microsoft trick or treating at the stores, decorating pumpkins and having fun.

We headed home filled the kiddos up with some dinner and then headed out for trick or treating around the neighborhood. With the Hubert's gone and me an arm down we decided to hit the streets as a family this year.

Henry loved it and his trick or treat got louder at each door. HE even gave a comment to each person. He told the lady who gave him skittles that he loved skittles all day long. I just love how he always has to get the last word in.

We gave him a handful and let him go crazy. Saved a couple pieces for him throughout the week and gave the rest to our trick or treaters. He didn't even question us on this and I loved it!!

Lots of fun was had by all. Reese made a cute dog and loved watching all of the kids. Henry let everyone know he was prepared to save them and their cats!

Halloween was a success!!

Watching a Halloween show with his loot after a long night of trick or treating!


First door of the night!!


with his pumpkin


sweet little fire dog



The fire chief and his dog