There's a snake in my boot!

That is what Woody would say. Here are my Jessie and Woody getting ready to go to 1 of 2 parties today. Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head have yet to be photographed. Be patient.

Mommy, the magnet.

Both of these boys just want to be next to Mommy. Sometimes it's hard to be wanted, in fact suffocating. Most of the time it is quite nice though.

Correction:

WE HAVE FOUR (4) LOOSE TEETH. Seriously, this is not right. She is too young. This is not ok. Oh dear the tooth fairy better start saving up.

Right at home

We went to the Zoo today and felt right at home. Crazy animals, funny sounds, strange smells....you know how it is with the little ones! The weather could not have been more perfect. According to the zoo, this is the best weather because all of the different animals want to come out and play where we could see them.  We had a great view of each set of animals, except for the grizzly bears. They were probably busy in the woods....

This is the best we could do posing with the giant pumpkin.

Playing veterinarian with stuffed animals in the Kid Zone.

I just want to pet the polar bear! What's the big deal!

A cougar sleeping peacefully.

Oooh, do you see what I see?

The giraffes, zebras, and ostriches came up so close we did not need the binoculars, but the kiddos thought it was fun.

Posing on the elephant statue.

Same statue, different kids.

Point a camera at Ben and you have about a nanosecond to click a smiling picture as he says "cheeeee."

NEWS FLASH!!!

Audrey has a loose tooth! It is mildly loose, but definitely loose!

Dog groomer

Ben has a new role every day, just like his sister did, and still does. Today he is a dog groomer. Ridley seems to be enjoying the attention, but is also grateful that I removed the scissors from Ben's hands!

Harvest party!

Today was the Harvest party at pre-school. It's been a busy month at school! Ben and I joined in on the fun and it was a great time. Audrey was very excited to perform for us and was the "ham" I knew she would be.

Saying the prayer before lunch. This is the "Superman prayer." " Thank you God, for giving me foooood." Now sing that to the tune of the Superman theme.

I think this is still part of the prayer. Ben is intrigued.

Getting ready to perform.

All the little pumpkins.

A wonderful rendition of "Five Little Pumpkins."

This little pumpkin had a silly grin.

This must be a new kid.

My little ghoul.

Some days it would be easier to lock him up.

My 2 little monsters.

Happy birthday Papa!

Dad's birthday was yesterday and Audrey and I sang him a rendition of "Happy Birthday" that only a Papa could love. We love you very much and hope that you had a wonderful day.

Best buddies

They really are the best of friends....for now.

Quote of the day

"Mommy, I think God is holding my heart right now. It feels a little funny and I am happy."
-Audrey

Proof

Ben's favorite food is spinach, and few believe it. Here is photographic proof of Ben and his Popeye style dinner. Yum!

The ghosts of Halloweens past

Since Halloween is fast approaching and this year's costumes are already waiting in the wings, I thought I'd jog down memory lane a bit.

2006: An almost 1 year old Chick-fil-A cow toddled along Crystal Lake Drive.

2007: My baby bumblebee hit 5 or 6 houses in Cardinal Cove.

2008: Under the sea with Ariel, but in Concord this year. Look at the change between 2007 and 2008! She left baby behind!

2009: Super Audrey! She's not flying solo this year though....

Super girl had company in 2009 form Super Ben (at peak chubbiness)!

What will this year bring???

Quote of the (a recent) day

"Are you serious, XM?
-Audrey

I guess she hears my radio say Sirius XM and thought that might be proper usage.

Atlanta visit

We loaded up the car this past weekend and headed to the ATL to visit Kady, Dan, and Maggie. The weather was fabulous and the company was top notch as well. Not to mention that BOTH of our teams (FSU and Clemson) won their games. It was a great weekend. 

Audrey and Maggie.

Audrey enjoyed being the big cousin and enjoyed Maggie immensely.

She swings....

and she misses,

but she's got a lot of heart!

Even though Maggie looks like Dan, she is a CUTIE PIE! Ha!

Aunt Ginger and Maggie.

Getting everyone to smile and look at the camera just was not going to happen.

Five little pumpkins.

Our 4 jack-o-lanterns in all their glory.

The tire swing was an huge hit.

Wheeee.

You can't not have a great time in the swing.

Nothing like the wind in your hair!

The always stylish (and sun sensitive) Maggie.

Maggie getting used to this swing thing.