Gilcrease Orchard ...

We have always drove by the Gilcrease Orchard and each time we say we are going to go there, but never do. Finally this year we came through. We wanted to go early so there was plently of pumpkins to chose from. My parens and Auntie Barb joined us for Mary's first pumpkin picking. She wasn't too sure of the dirt or plants. All she wanted to do was chew on the tiny green pumpkins.

We drove around to the other side and picked some squash and zuchinini. My dad even found a handful of green beans. We were dissapointed when the lady told us there was no more apples. My mom and I were going to make some homemade applesauce. But there's always next time.

I think we are going to try and go there more often for the fresh fruit and veggies. We live so close, and off the vine is so much better.

 

Fall ...

Yesterday was October 1st. In my mind that's when fall starts. That's the day I get to crawl into the attic and get up all my Halloween decorations. Pumpkins, orange leaves, and spiders oh my. The weather is finally cooling and there's pumpkin spiced lattes, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin pancakes, anything and everything with pumpkin! 

We headed to party city to get a head start on Mary's costume. We decided on a cute little lamb costume. What else would we of chosen. Mary had a little lamb! duh. lol. We tried it on and it's absolutely adorable! We even found a cute skeleton pj set with hood. Bonus! It glows in the dark! 

Mary loves the pumpkin pails that you use for trick or treating. We had an orange one from past halloween and so we bought her a cute pink one too. And of course we ended up collecting all the colors soon after. Greg bought Mary a green, blue, and purple pumpkin pail. She lives putting her toys in them and dragging the pails around the downstairs. 

Congrats Mr. & Mrs. Oswald ...

Yesterday we got to share Jackie and Cokeman's special day. Their wedding was at the Las Vegas country club right when the sun was going down. The weather was perfect and so was the atmosphere. Jackie did an amazing job making decorations and so many special touches. 

They had Photo Booth and of course we used it multiple times. 

Congrats again to the happy couple, you two are perfect together. 

Turning 29 ...

I think everyone hits that birthday where they think, "wow, where has the time gone." That was this year for me. My first birthday as a mom and officially feeling like an adult. This is where I saw myself when the teachers in high school asked, "where do you see yourself in ten years." Ironically enough next month is my ten year reunion. I guess you can say I'm right in track. 

This year for my birthday, the day was pretty mellow. Justin and Mary made me waffles and egg for breakfast. They picked me out a new charm for my bracalet. A feather, for my new adventure on etsy making dreamcatchers. I absolute love how each of my charms means something. We took Mary to the park and played. She got a little cranky after lunch which signaled nap time. Justin had a study group that evening, so when he was away I facetimed with my family in Alaska. 

All in all my 29th year is a fantastic one. 

Design and Wine ...

This year for my 29th birthday, Justin rented out a space at design and wine. I got to pick out the picture we got to paint and had some delicious wine with fabulous friends. I can't wait to go back and try my skills on a different picture. 

Early Birthday ...

Last Thursday the family celebrated my birthday early. The weather was beautiful so we grilled pork chops on the grill and enjoyed the outside. There defiantly was a theme for my gifts. "Cooking/Disney" I got a new pots and pan set from Bobby Flay, Mickey Mouse waffle maker, disney tiara collectible plates, and a membership to D23. Super excited. I already made waffles and I have to say they defiantly tasted better than normal round waffles. 

10 months ...

Etsy ...

Last month I added Etsy Shop Owner to my never ending list of titles. It's ben exciting creating my dreamcatchers to sell. I even have a custom order that I'm super excited about. I am even looking at new designs with alphabet beads, so I can do personalized orders. I can't wait and see how my shop grows.