November Happenings

Still beautiful weather here in the Carolinas and we took advantage of it and went to the zoo a few weekends ago. As always Jacob,Andrew, and I had a great time. We actually went through the North America side this time instead of Africa....who knew there were so many cool animals right in our backyard....well not literally,I mean really, there aren't any Alligators in our backyard......I'm pretty sure.....need to check that. Anyway, here are some pics of our visit and one of Halloween, which by the way was really busy in our new neighborhood!!

Fall Festivities

Corn mazes, hayrides, and giant pumpkin jumpy things, the Fall here in North Carolina is one of our favorite times!....cool and crisp in the morning, 86 in the afternoon! The last few weekends, we have been outside enjoying the weather and fun that Fall brings. We had a great time at Gross Farms (it wasn't really "gross" so I don't know why they call it that). Our favorite was the giant pumpkin jump and the hayride. Then it was on to picking and carving our pumpkins. Always a fun time except it's been so hot here the last few days the pumpkins have taken on a more "greenish" hue and are looking a little well.....gross.

This picture pretty much says it all....the Diva, the Goofball, and the poor helpless babe.

Picking the perfect pumpkin


Andrew and his surfer hair


Ready for a busy day at the farm

Hangin' out on the train


Rachel's finished product


Jacob's finished product

A rare but priceless moment : )

Andrew's Big Day

My mom and dad FINALLY got around to giving me a very special gift this weekend. Don't know what took so long. It's not like they're all that busy right?!! We had a beautiful weekend kicked off by Rachel's Grandparent's Breakfast, and ending with my Christening. Thanks so much to all the family and friends that were there.

Grandparent's Breakfast

Friday was a special day at my school. I got to bring Gram, Papa, and Grammy to my school for breakfast and then show them around. I was so proud! They got to see where I eat lunch, my classroom, and even meet my teacher. Thank you so much Grams, Papa, and Grammy for coming all the way here to come with me to my school. It was very special.

Here I am in my cafeteria

Papa and I in my classroom


Grammy and I

Grams and I

This is where I sit in my classroom. Thanks for coming to Grandparent's Day!!

Dog Days of Summer

Hello everyone! We hope you all are enjoying your summer as much as we are. It's been hot but
Jacob, Andrew, and I don't mind. There are too many things to do outside to worry about the heat. Here are a few things we have been up to!


What a find! My mom found this pedal tractor on Craigslist. Can you believe someone was selling this for only $20?!! For Jacob, this toy is priceless. Oh, and it's not dangerous folks, Jacob just REALLY likes to wear his helmet for non-recreational things.


What are these big sticks with leaves in our yard? TREES! We're not used to having these things but in our new yard there are plenty. We have a great climbing one in our front yard. In fact, kids from all around the neighborhood stop by to climb on our tree!


Yes folks, my hair is finally coming back. No teeth yet, but at least I'm getting hair.


Here we are getting ready for bedtime. Mom thought it was pretty amazing that we were all looking at the camera at the same time!

Goodbye Efland, Hello Cary

Whew! Sorry for the delay. Moving with a 5 year old, 3 year old, and 5 month old was a bit crazy to say the least. Hasn't left me with much time to keep you updated! We are here now-- adjusting to life in Cary, NC and loving it. We're in a great location---minutes to Target, Kohls, Old Navy...all the important places. Besides the stores we have parks everywhere and miles of walking trails all around us. We couldn't have picked a better location. Rachel's school is only 5 minutes from here and there are tons of kids to get to know and play with in our neighborhood. Here is what we've been up to!

A Day in the Life of Rachel.....

Go Salem Salamanders! That's what I am now----a big kindergartner at Salem Elementary. The day came very quickly and I did it. I hopped on the bus and away I went. Mommy tried not to show it but I could tell she was sad and a bit nervous about me climbing onto a bus where I didn't know anyone. It's cool mom, Miss Linda the bus driver got me to school safely and as you know I'm having a great time.....except for the day I cried in music class because I didn't want to sing. School is great, we eat lunch in a cafeteria and have recess. I was a little concerned this morning because I hadn't learned to read yet but mommy assured me that they would teach me and it would take AT LEAST until next week : )


My first day


Waiting at the bus stop


My bus stop


Here we go....congratulations Rachel!



So brave!! Can you see me?