October?

Where has the month gone?

A week in Missouri to see my baby brother and his sweetheart wed . . . aren’t they just beautiful?  Her dress circa 1950’s, hat-circa 1930’s.

Friends abound carving pumpkins the afternoon of the reception.  The end result–lovely!

A weekend in beautiful Yosemite.  On our way, we happen upon a real Native American Powwow.  The children were simply enchanted (photos via Sophie for a photography competition).

Hike to the falls, big Alph had Ollie on his shoulders the whole way.  The next morning as the children stir I hear “Oh, my bum . . . it hurts!”  It was a pretty steep hike:)

Family and friends visiting.  A quick weekend with Tasha and Dave in Monterey (ask her how we ambushed a Michael’s and set up camp in a craft room) and one with the ever-welcome B. Wises.  My favorite days are these “cousinfest” days.  Serious play from sunup to sundown.  (We are crossing our fingers they will get their dream house right down the road.)

Indian summer days full of soccer practice, piano lessons and homework.  Feeling a bit too busy, and trying to find ways to slow down and enjoy them while they are young.

Found Sam hiding behind his pillow this morning in tears, “you are mad at me mom.”  We were late this morning and I was rushed and impatient.  Not their fault, but mine.  Slow down, Amy, get organized, don’t forget to hug them and tell them how much you love them.

Happy Autumn!

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