It's Pumpkin Time

The last time we went to a pumpkin patch was in Maryland. The scenery was beautiful and as you can tell my kids were much younger. Obviously, they don't remember much.

Living in AZ there aren't many pumpkin patches to choose from and none of them are close by. With the help of my parents we drove down to Wilcox, AZ. I thought it was in the middle of no where!

We went to Apple Annie's Orchard and Pumpkin Patch.

We had a great time!

We took a hay ride out to the pumpkin patch. They each chose their own pumpkin. Of course Emmet had to pick the biggest he could find!

There was an amazing corn maze that we took the kids through. Along with rows and rows of beautiful sunflowers. One of my favorites! We also were able to pick green beans, a variety of peppers, squash, zucchini and tomatoes!! It's such a novelty here to pick fresh food.

This girl and clothes

Every morning is a battle getting Emery dressed. She has her own ideas about fashion. This is her latest outfit. She adds this blue belt to everything. I finally told Emery's school teacher she has more than two shirts in her closet and I promise I wash them. I've resorted to hiding some articles of clothing. Thank goodness it's starting too cool off so we can retire some outfits.

My Seven Year Old!

This was taken on his birthday. I swear the older he gets the less he wants to smile for the camera. He'd rather make faces! Emmet was super excited to turn seven. All his birthday wishes came true!

Emery is Five!

I am in complete denial that my youngest is five!

I adore her to pieces.

We celebrated with family and had a fun "princess party". Her friends came in their favorite "princess dress".

Flowers

I had an unexpected surprise yesterday. There was a knock at my door, and a cute women handed me this beautiful arrangement of roses. I don't know who they are from, but THANK YOU!

Life has taken so many unexpected twists and turns for me. I never imagined I would be going back to school, but yesterday was my first day of class. I am working towards a masters in speech pathology.I sat in class yesterday just beaming because I was loving it! It's difficult to explain, but my heart just sings when I'm in school! It will be a challenge juggling all my different hats, but the challenge excites me!

First Day of School

I can't believe it, school started today! My kids were so excited they were up at 5:30 and by 7:25 too excited to stay home. So we walked very slowly to school.

Sweet, Emery so excited to finally be part of the group. I thought she might have a hard time this morning, but she was full of confidence. She played on the playground and wanted to be the first one in line to walk into her classroom. I even had an update from a friend that she saw Emery at lunch and Emery was happy, playing with new friends.

Emmet starting first grade and more excited than he'll admit. He has the same teacher and class as last year! So, I know it will be a great year.

Both were very proud of their backpacks!!

It's so crazy that I have the entire day to myself. I thought I would cry more than I did, but I planned a busy day for me. Thank goodness though I start school next week!