Pumpkinpalooza 2011

Tree Gnomes and Alligators!

My friend, Laura, and I took the kiddos out to the Noxubee Wildlife Refuge one morning last week.

The kids had a blast exploring and we decided to make a point to come out to this local gem more often. 

 Tripp and Henry examining things from the nature table inside the Visitor's Center.

Charlie really liked the turtle shell.

and this shell...

 Looking out over Bluff Lake behind the Visitor's Center

 Yep.

That's an alligator. 

 Putting their binoculars to use.

I promise they lined up in order on their own.

 Searching for bugs and mushrooms on old logs

 He's part dog.

 Smelling all the different wildflowers in bloom

Liza was so proud of her little leaf.

 I promise, we did line them up like this ;)

Sitting amongst the Tree Gnomes (aka Cypress knobs)

Pumpkin Patch 2011

It's that time of year!
Obligatory CUTE pumpkin patch pics.

  

 Last year, most of us mamas had babies in tow.

This year was pretty exciting and all of us had kiddos in every direction. 

We had such a good time and we'll deem it a success!

Happy Fall Y'all!

Without Further Ado....FOUR!

I know, I know. 

I'm still slacking on the blog this summer.

But, once again, everyone can thank my Oma for giving me a little nudge to post Tripp's 4th birthday pics.

What?! 

My *baby* is already 4?!

Wasn't he just born?

And how did 4 years just fly by before I can even catch my breath?!

Well, it did and this 4 year old wanted to celebrate his birthday with a camping and fishing party! 

It was so much fun!

 Tent Pinata Prep Work

 MeMe gave him his 4 wheeler on the morning of his actual birthday.

 Birthday cupcake

Ready for his party!

 The spread...camping fare. Hot dogs, trail mix, "roasted" marshmallows w/ pretzel sticks, mixed goldfish crackers, chips and dip, fruit and veggie trays and the watermelon that MeMe carved with little fishes that sat in the fridge until the next day :/

 Not only did he need this cake (my most detailed to date), but also he informed us he wanted "dirt and worms" cupcakes. 

My go-to for natural food coloring

 The pinata was a hit! 

A tent filled with granola bars, boxes of raisins, packs of peanut butter crackers and more camping themed goodies! They didn't miss the candy at all.

Henry really racked up!

 Where's Tripp?

 His balance bike from Nana and Poppie...which he LOVES by the way!!!

And really, who needs all those birthday presents when, really the box is the most fun.

Seriously. We've yet to be able to recycle the darn thing!

Happy Birthday Tripp! I can't wait to see what year 4 has in store!!