Carter's Piano Recital

Carter got to show off his piano skills at his piano recital. His song was the "Star Wars Main Theme". He was so nervous that he couldn't contain himself in his chair. We were so glad that he was second on the line up so he could relax for the rest of the performances. Carter did so well! He has only been in lessons for 8 months and he has picked it up really fast. We are so grateful for his very talented and fun teacher Christa. She is so good with all the kids and Carter loves going to lessons. We were so fortunate to find her through my sister-in-law Tracy. Thanks Tracy for the referral!

We were excited that family could support Carter.
He looks so sharp!

Football

Carter just finished up his first year of football. We opted to try out flag football because we wanted to try out this sport before he went into the real football league. Carter enjoyed his time and learned a lot about the sport. He scored several touchdowns and now understands more about the sport when he watches it on TV. He definitely wants to play tackle football next year, but we will see what we decide. He is a little sad that the season is over, but he still is playing backyard football with anyone that will play with him (including his sister) and she isn't scared to tackle him to the ground. It was fun to watch him get excited about touchdowns, making fun plays and grabbing the other team's flags to get them down. I love that at one of the first games the sprinklers turned on and the boys were playing the game with them on. What dedication and the boys thought it was fun when the weather was warmer, not so much now with it being colder. We were making hot chocolate after the last few games. Can't wait for next football season.

School Halloween Carnival

We has so much fun last year at the school carnival that we had been looking forward to it again this year. I didn't disappoint again. The kids loved seeing all their classmates and faculty dressed up and there is a activity in every classroom.

Halloween excitement

Halloween has come and gone by again. Our family enjoys this holiday and all its craziness. Our neighborhood had their annual trunk or treat and then we hit the streets. Ashlynn was done after the trunk or treat and did not want to be out when it got dark. She says the scary people come out at night. So, she and her friend Ava handed out candy at Ava's house. Carter and his friends went out with the mom's and scored a ton of treats. Matt missed the entire night due to having to be at work so long at the office. He was very bummed because he had been working the past 3 weeks on his scare for the trick or treaters. Well, it still turned out to be a good night and the weather was great!

Pumpkin Time

We were able to squeeze in some time to carve pumpkins spread out between a couple of days with our crazy schedules. The kids were more involved with the process this year. Carter dug right in and started pulling out the guts of the pumpkins. He surprises me everyday what he does new. He used to not want his hands to get messed up in anyway. Now look at him! Ashlynn thought it was too messy and wanted gloves, but then that didn't work out so good. All in all their pumpkins turned out festive for the holiday.

Pumpkin Patch

Our annual pumpkin patch adventure was a little cold with lots of mosquitoes. We grew our own pumpkins this year, but we only got 4 little ones. We had to get a couple big ones to carve. So, our trip was short and a fun photo opportunity.

Kids Halloween party

The kids had their annual Halloween party and it was full of action with 12 kids. Since the kids are getting older it seems their invite list is getting bigger. I started this party when Ashlynn was 3 and Carter was 5 and they would each invite a few friends, now it has turned a little too big for me to handle it all. I just might have to limit invitees or recruit more help. My neighbor offered to help next year so we will see what we do. I have already begun thinking of ideas. We love doing this fun party and it has become our family tradition.