Happy Jacks Apple Orchard

As soon as September hits we start to think back to school, fall, cold and of course Apple orchards and pumpkin patches. We all love this time of year, the crisp fresh air, fires and roasting marshmellows, pumkins, parades and much more. I just love fall and all that it brings. Driving out to Delano you get to see so many beautiful changing trees and hills. You get to enjoy yummy apple spiced donuts and fresh apple cider. Rides, apples, pumpkins and more. I love being able to make these traditions with our family and friends.

Take me out to the Ball Game...

It's an AWESOME Field

Just Kicking back!

They had games outside..the kids each won a Twins Flag

We finally got to attend a Baseball Game at our new outdoor stadium! It was Amazing. It was such a beautiful day out and there was so much to take in. We all had so much fun being outside watching baseball and eating some great treats!

Bella Turns 5...MOA Friend get together!

As usual it seems that we do lots of different things for the kids birthdays. This year we were very fortunate to have stacks of free coupons for the kids to ride all the rides at MOA. And it was a ton of fun. I love the rides just as much as the kids do so I was excited! Bella loved that all of her friends were able to come and join in the fun! We had a great day and thanks to all that came and helped make our day even more enjoyable~

My Little Girl is 5!

Mermaid Barbie

Makeup and lots of Girly things

Barbies

Fire works YES

I some times sit and think where does time go?? Ok I think it a lot. I can't Believe the Bella is 5 already. I have to admit this has been a stressful thing for me. Not because I am getting older or that time passes to quickly, it's been the school things...will she like it? What if she doesn't? How will it be with her gone so much? What if she gets made fun of? Or if her teachers mean etc? It has been killing me. I have lost many night sleep over this. I know deep down everything will be just fine but I just sit and still wonder where 5 years has gone to?

So I have decided that we or maybe "I" love holidays and special events especially now with kids. So I feel like everyone of these there is at least 2-3 get togethers. So I will blog all of her fun Birthday get togethers but I thought I would share a few things about Bella in this one.

Bella weighs 30lbs (yes her younger brother weighs more):)

Loves Art..and anything that has to do with it.

Glitter, Markers, Paint etc. She eats sleeps and breaths coloring some days.

She is smiling almost all of the time

Is a Huge helper with Parker and Alex

Loves to make her bed

She loves reading

Playing outside, with friends and with her brothers

She is starting to eat more things

She can't wait for school

And is such a Joy in our lives. We couldn't imagine life with out her.

Happy Birthday Bella we love you!

National Night Out Day...

Today is officially our National Night/Day to be out in our community, neighborhood etc. They actually changed the name this year though..It's night to Unite. But they have fun things planned all over the place. My Neighbor and I planned a party in our neighborhood but it wasn't until dinner time so John took the day off and we ventured out to have some fun. They had little booths set up for face painting, hair coloring, games, treats and more. It was a HOT day out so we hurried through all the areas. But they even served a yummy lunch and best of all it was free! Ever since they had their hair sprayed here they love to do it any chance they get.

National Night out or Should I say Night to Unite...

Tonight was our Neighborhood "Night to Unite" Party. It was so much fun. We had a ton of yummy food to eat and we met a ton of new neighbors. We had a great turn out too, there was between 40-50 people there which I think is awesome. Bella and Parker have some new friends to play with and they can't wait. We chatted, ate, the police department and fire trucks came, the kids got treats and decorated their bikes and had a bike parade. Than we ended the night with some fire works and a bon fire. It cooled down a little from the day and it was a perfect night. Can't wait to plan next years.

Girls Camp

We got egged...so cute they were filled with candy!

Chocolate Fondue Anyone...yes we are still camping

Treasure maps to find treasure in our camp site

The whole Gang

I was so lucky to be able to spend a week up at girls camp...yes it rained cats and dogs the first day but we survived and Yes there may have been tons of bugs and sleeping in tents etc. But it was an AMAZING week. I loved getting to know these girls and to hear their sweet testimonies of the Gospel. They all have such sweet Spirits and truly made me learn and grow this week. I loved watching them step out of their comfort zones and meet new people, try new things and truly enjoy one anothers company. Their laughter and late night girl talks were fun, the camp fires, crafts, games and more. It was so fun to plan devotionals and to find the treasures within. I can't wait for next year.