A Great Thanksgiving

Okay first off these pictures are in total random order so I'm not sure how much sense this is going to make. 

We had the pleasure of hosting Thanksgiving at our house this year for my parents and grandparents. This is the first time since FOREVER that we have not had to leave our house for a holiday, and I loved it. Thanksgiving dinner went very smoothly and I enjoyed trying out new foods in the kitchen.

Now for the randomness:

My busy little child.

See what I mean?

We played lots of games over the long weekend, including Disney Headbands.

Hadley spent some time watching Elmo on the computer.

And it looks like Colby is learning to fly in this picture.

This picture creeps me out on so many levels.

She looks like she's in training for an episode of Toddlers and Tiaras.

The Feast!

Our turkeys that we made with our crafty friend Lauren.

Oh and Ginger Boy the Elf is back.

Everyone but Mimi.

The big kids pulling the wishbone.

Guess who won.

Afterwards we hit the backyard to enjoy the beautiful weather.

Then the kiddos fished in the neighborhood pond.

Colby showed the grandparents his mad bike riding skills.

So did Hadley.

Lots of crafts were made.

We also worked on our Christmas decorations this weekend.

Check out Mr. and Mrs. Claus going over the Naughty/Nice list.

Admiring the dining room tree.

 Our outdoor decor.

I love how my entryway turned out.

Thank you, Pintrest!

The "family" tree and mantle.

I will so blackmail her with this someday.

Did I mention I loved my entryway?

In their Christmas PJ's.

A Hiking We Will Go

A couple of weeks ago, Grandma Cheri came in town for a visit. We did lots of fun things that weekend, but hiking (and I use the term "hiking" very loosely) in Oak Mountain State Park was my favorite by far.

It was absolutely gorgeous.

The fall trees were amazing.

We visited a bird rescue while we were there.

And the kids had to have walking sticks.

 Aka: Swords

One rainy day last week, Colby and I decided we needed a fort.

What we really needed was his Daddy here to build it for him because my fort-building skills are lacking.

Her personality just oozes.

Before church. 

You can take the Texan out of Texas but don't try to take away her cowboy boots.

 Hadley's ready for Christmas.

Whether she's on the Naughty or Nice list, is the big question.

Our budding philanthropist.

Saturday morning Kinsley was up bright and early selling her books. All proceeds were to go to the Army (aka the veterans). Surprisingly, there weren't too many book-shoppers in our neighborhood at 8 a.m. She did sell one book to Justin and says when she gets some more money the Army will definitely get it.

 Before church this Sunday. 

Whenever I get my camera out Hadley heads for the fireplace which is the unofficial picture taking spot.

  

Sweet KK

Meet P.J. Maxx

Colby thought he needed a new "super awesome" name. 

He came up with P.J. Maxx.

Maybe I do shop a little too much.