First Pictures!

Last Wednesday we had an appointment to take a look at our growing baby! It was so exciting. Lydia made the trip and well, was really too busy doing other things to really care. She did perk up when she heard the heartbeat. Things went well and everything looks great. We were fortunate enough to have the same tech..she is a super sweet lady.

The first thing she said after putting the wand on my stomach was "well, there's just one" I guess after seeing my stomach she thought twins maybe?!?!? So, I'm sure you are wondering BOY or GIRL and well.....we of course didn't find out. I am leaning towards girl. However, I am reserving the right to change my mind :) Kane is still thinking boy. So, I guess at least one of us will be right!

Take a look at all the pictures. The last one is my absolute favorite. I LOVE profile pictures. We go next Wednesday morning for a regular appointment, so I will keep you posted.

Our Little Pumpkin

So, I'm a little behind. We have had major Internet and computer problems at our house. I am pretty much a tech disaster so, I had to rely on my husband to figure things out. I would definably done more harm than good. Luckily we THINK we have fixed the problem. We almost had to call Uncle Kye for tech support :)

Well, Halloween was over a week ago and I think Lydia really enjoyed herself. We haven't returned the pumpkin custom that we borrowed from friends and she wanted to wear it last week again. She of course wanted nothing to do with the hat. However, she was a HUGE fan of the CANDY!

Our town had several opportunities to get dressed up. On Tuesday we headed to our weekly playgroup all dressed up for some pictures with friends and them headed to the Spooks Parade that evening.

Lydia waiting for the parade to start

After the parade was over we waited to hear the winners of the custom contest! Lydia refused to walk the two blocks..I think maybe all the people were a bit much for her.

Really excited about something :)

My mom thought I should have stuffed the pumpkin...thought never crossed my mind..oops!

Lydia, Norah Kate and Barrett outside of playgroup...not really wanting to pose for their picture together. I'm sure all the mom were a site to see, trying to get that perfect picture!

KSU Weekend

Lydia was lucky enough to attend her second K-State football game AND see her Uncle Kye all in the same weekend. It was a chilly morning but by kick off it was pretty nice and the sun was shining bright. Lydia did an excellent job this time around. She actually watched and cheered on the game. We stayed until halftime then headed to Christie's house for a nap. I don't think we missed much during the second half..neither team scored!

Lydia in the arms of her Uncle Kye..She really thinks he is special!

Taking the football for a ride in the stroller...buckle up...safety first

WOW....lots of people..we thought it best to hold tight to our little pumpkin!

Lydia not watching the game BUT eating instead :) I believe raisins were her tasty treat of choice!

We had a great time! Next year Lydia will need a ticket to enter so, I'm not sure if she will get to come and we will have a second child...so, I'm not sure I will get to come either. This coming weekend we play KU---GO CATS!!!

Pumpkin Patch

Last Thursday our PAFT group headed to the local pumpkin patch. It was a bit cold, wet, and muddy! However, we decided to brave the elements and pick out a very special pumpkin. I don't think we took Lydia last year probably because she wasn't a big fan of being held and preferred to walk on her knees. This year I really wanted to go. I thought she would really enjoy it and she of course did not disappoint.

Kane has been working crazy hours this month so there was never a good time to go as a family. Hopefully next year he can come with!

Each child got to pick out one pumpkin. I thought Lydia had hers picked several times. I guess she is just as indecisive as her mother!

Lydia having to stop and smell the flowers!
Barrett, Norah Kate and Lydia posing by the silly pumpkins

Lydia picked up this little guy and said yucky!

Finally she selected a pumpkin! I think she really liked this one. All afternoon she pushed it around in the stroller. What a little character.

What A Surprise!

I am going to be a lazy blogger today and just send you to my friends blog page so you can see what I was up to on Tuesday. Christie, I hope that you had a wonderful birthday and are loving being 30 :) Check out Laura's page.

Happy Birthday Christie

Happy 30th Birthday Christie! We love you and hope that you have a wonderful day. Lydia is sending you hugs and kisses :) Can't wait to celebrate on Friday with you.

Potato Cheddar Soup

POTATO CHEDDAR SOUP
4-5 stalks celery, chopped
2-3 carrots, grated
1 medium onion, chopped
1 Tbls. butter
2 cans chicken broth
3 cans cream of potato soup
1-1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
8oz. sour cream
salt & pepper to taste

In large sauce pan, melt butter and saute veggies about 10 minutes. Add chicken broth and simmer low for 20 minutes.
Add potato soup, cheese and sour cream. Cook on med. heat for 15-20 minutes. Finish with salt & pepper.

I love this recipe. We have already had this cool fall season. It was given to be by my wonderful friend Laura.