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Family Pumpkin Patch visit 2010

So we went back to the pumpkin patch...told you it was the month of a thousand visits to the patch. I *think* we are done, but at this point, we could be going again, who knows.

Since we were going with my mom and dad, I wanted Pax to look semi-nice and get some cute pics with them. (Her dress is by Becca at Too Cute Creations by the way!) She did really, really good staying clean in an ALL WHITE dress and I was shocked. We ended up at a different patch than last year due to not being able to leave early enough, so I had no idea what to expect at this one. It hasn't rained in weeks, so this patch was a total dust bowl. And my kid comes out looking like she never went in. I love it.

I did manage to get some pretty cute shots of her out with the pumpkins and on the hayride. I think my parents had just as much fun as Pax. (If not more...)

TLC 2010 Trike Derby

Ladies and gentlemen...

Start your engines!!!







I just adore Paxtin's Mother's Day Out program. It's at my childhood church, I know everyone, and they do really fun activities for the kids. Every year the school organizes a trike derby. It's their main fundraiser-raising money by individuals "sponsoring" a child. Paxtin individually raised $85 and her class $500!! I was so impressed with the turnout, simply from Paxtin's little class alone. =)






So, the trike derby was the ultimate photo opt for a mommy. They even lined them all up on the starting line!! Pax was a little rusty on her bike, having to have daddy help her around a few laps, but it in the end, they all were winners. =)

28 months old

First off, I am blogging from my phone. My mom's computer once again died, so I am behind on a very important post! So, I can't upload a cute pic-if I figure out how to do it from my blackberry, I will go in and re-add it.

So, in 2 short months I will have a little lady of 2 and 1/2. It's surreal. I almost forget just how big she's gotten until I'm reminded in a store or out somewhere what a beautiful girl I have. Not a baby, not a toddler, or a 'little one', but a girl! It just seems to fly by faster each month and I'm scared I won't remember this age. I try to soak up every funny quote, embarrassing tantrum, and sweet cuddles and kisses I can. I know before too long those things will be long gone.

We are still completely unsuccessful on the potty. She knows all about it, every detail. She even sits for her teachers at MDO. So she's not afraid of it, she's just too busy to want to mess with it. I remind her all the wonderful treats she can have for going and remind her often to try it out and she just doesn't want to. Her words exactly. No, mommy. Not right now. Her doc said 2and 1/2 is when they even begin to get interested, but I can't help but feel like I'm failing. We talk about her friends who use the potty in the classroom and she's very observant of them-just not taking the leap. I've been very successful at every transition I've made with her, this one gets to me. I try to remain confident and block out comments that are not constructive. We'll get there-no diapers-one day. Just in time for baby #2 I'm sure. :)

In every other way I sometimes forget Pax is just two! She's sharp as a tack with this astounding vocabulary. Its the best having a little buddy around to chat with during the day! Her new love is make believe. Cooking, cleaning, changing diapers-shes a one woman clean machine! Accessories have also become a big deal-you will rarely see her without a bracelet of silly band on in a picture. We spend FOR-EVER in the morning choosing which bracelets, hair clips, and shoes are the perfect match. We've got a full blown diva on our hands.

I would have to say her biggest accomplishment at this age is her new found bravery! May seem like a silly thing to cheer for, but she has struggled for a long time with trying new things, taking leaps of faith (swimming pools), and even meeting new people. All that's totally out the window. She has mastered the biggest slide at the park I've ever seen, she tries out new toys and equipment she's never done, and she's making lots of friends-both at MDO and with other buddies. I'm so proud of this independence. I thought it just might never come!

Pax is reciting her abc's, counting to 15, singing countless songs and reciting nursery rhymes. She's so smart, we have to stay one step ahead of her!!

Happy 28 months Lambie!!

This and That

Just some pics I took this weekend! We grilled out Friday night and went to my birthday party with Cody's family Saturday and Sunday in NW Arkansas. It seems we have something going on everyday this month, but I'm loving the FUN!

Pax and Gracie. Her role model and BFF.





We had a lot of fun visiting with friends and family in Siloam. Pax got to visit her cows out on Grandpa's farm and that made her happy as a little clam. =) I got lots of wonderful things for my birthday and am so blessed with a wonderful extended family. =)

MDO pumpkin patch 2010

I think this year will be the year of 100 pumpkin patch visits! We always plan a special family trip out to our favorite patch about 30 minutes from us and still plan to go to that one later this month. But, our church also hosted a patch this week and since Pax attends school there, I knew they would be going. All of the money raised goes to help fund things around the church, so I wanted to give back in anyway we could. I made sure to volunteer to help out with Paxi's class, mostly so I could see Pax interact with her friends and get some cute pics along the way.







She really seemed to have a blast and didn't even cry when it was time for me to go. I can't wait to see the pumpkin she chose and hear all about her day at the patch. =)

Apple Orchard 2010

I'm sorry I am slowly becoming a once-a-week blogger. :( I guess there just isn't too much excitement going on right now! But, I think with October here and all the fun Fall activities going on-I will have more cute photos. =)

This weekend we decided to go back to the apple orchard with Pax. Last year she wasn't walking yet, so I'm not really sure how much fun she had. This year was completely different! She had an amazing time...tall grass, physical labor, and all. The orchard we go to also has berries in the Summer and pumpkins in the Fall. We were a little late picking this year, so they already had out their pumpkins. Guess what we had to stop and check out first? Now I can't wait to go to the Pumpkin Patch...although I fear it may take us FOREVER to pick one out.





I was very proud of Pax...the grass was really tall and hard to walk in, but she didn't stop or complain once. The mission was apples and she was up for the challenge! And she was going to eat one no matter how gross I thought it was...she always seems to get her way. ; )