Barnyard Boo

For the past couple of years, we have attended the Barnyard Boo at Thanksgiving Point. It is something that I look forward to each year because it is such fun. I was especially excited for the event this year because Elizabeth has been looking forward to it...and it was Zachary's first time attending!


Once we purchased our punch cards, we were off! Elizabeth was so excited to create a mummy sucker. She wrapped him up and stuck the eyes on just right. She did such a great job!


Next, Elizabeth and Zachary got their faces painted. Elizabeth thought it was so great that Zachary would be able to get his face painted too. I was a little nervous but he did great. Both Elizabeth and Zachary sat very still while the lady painted their faces!


Elizabeth picked out a witch's hat for herself and a candy corn for Zachary. Aren't they so cute?


Elizabeth was so excited about the ponies...and really wanted Zachary to go on a ride with her. She offered to hold him "real tight" during the ride. She was a little disappointed when I still said no, but all was good when I suggested that she go on two rides...one for herself and one for Zachary!


One of the cutest activities that we attended was Story Time with a Witch. Elizabeth was absolutely enthralled with everything that the witch had to say. The witch told stories, sang some songs, and even taught us some new dance moves.


Elizabeth was selected as the "honorary witch" and got to help teach the songs and dance moves to everyone.


Zachary is the sweetest little boy. He is so fun-loving and easy-going. He just sat in his stroller the whole night and watched everything around him. He didn't cry or fuss...just sat and smiled at everyone we passed. He is such a good little baby boy!


The Barnyard Boo was filled with fun games to play. Elizabeth was able to go bowling.


She also participated in a ring toss, a bean bag throw, and a game of pin the wart on the witches nose!


Elizabeth had fun creating a witches mask. She did a great job with cutting, coloring and gluing all of the pieces together to create her masterpiece.


As soon as her mask was done, she ran to Zachary to show him. She is such a good big sister!


Elizabeth was able to frost a sugar cookie, make a ghost sucker, and get a Halloween tattoo. They had so many fun activities to choose from...it was hard deciding what to do!


I am seriously the luckiest mommy in the world. I have two adorable children that I absolutely adore. Elizabeth and Zachary warm my heart and fill my life with joy. Words cannot express how much I love my little munchkins. I am so grateful for these fun times with them!

Big Coloring Book

While at Costco, Elizabeth fell in love with this "ginormous" coloring book. She begged and begged until I agreed to let her bring it home. Seriously...it is almost as big as her!


As soon as we walked in the door, Elizabeth asked to color. We got her all set up and she had a blast! She must have colored for at least an hour.


As an added bonus, Elizabeth found a huge sticker sheet at the back of the book. She was so excited when she discovered all of the stickers. She would have used up the entire sheet if I wouldn't have stopped her.


When I asked which sticker she liked the most, she said "the one with Buzz and Woody". She then proudly displayed it so I could take a picture of her and her favorite sticker.


I absolutely love this little girl. I am so blessed to be her mommy. She sure knows how to make me smile. I can learn a lot from her...she knows how to enjoy the little things in life!

Princess & Me Royal Party

Elizabeth and I attended a Princess & Me Party at Toys R Us today. She was so excited to get all dressed up in her favorite princess dress and tiara for the event. When we arrived, Elizabeth was able to design and create her very own crown. She had such a great time deciding exactly where each of her gemstones and sparkles should go.


She did such a great job. Her crown turned out absolutely beautiful.


Once her crown was complete, Elizabeth moved on to the story time area. She loved the book "What is a Princess?" and was so excited to learn that we were going to bring a copy home with us.


Each of the employees at the store were dressed in princess and prince regalia. As we walked the aisles, they handed out princess-shaped silly bandz. Elizabeth was so excited each time she received one.

Elizabeth had a great time walking through the store, looking at all of the toys. Each person we passed made sure to tell her how beautiful she was. Some of the employees bowed when in her presence.


We ended the event by looking at all of the Princess & Me dolls and matching accessories. Elizabeth LOVES these dolls and wanted to take all of them home with her. Once I talked with her, she admitted that Cinderella was her absolute favorite.


What a fun afternoon! I am so glad that I was able to attend this event with my little princess!

Witchapalooza Dinner Show

Tonight, Matt and I had an evening out together. My parents watched Elizabeth and Zachary so that we could attend the Witchapalooza Dinner Show. It was an interesting experience to say the least. The dinner was wonderful and the show was definitely entertaining. It was so nice to get out with Matt and to spend some time together. It was a much needed date night!

Searching for a Witch!

Today Zachary, Elizabeth and I went searching for a witch costume. While we didn't find the perfect costume...we did find a bunch of witches. Gardner Village is such a fun place to be, especially in the Fall. There are witches everywhere you look!


Elizabeth has so much fun running from one end of Gardner Village to the other. She was so excited each time she found a new witch.


Zachary is such an amazing little guy. He just sat in his stroller looking at everything, as we wandered around. He sat patiently, cooing and smiling at all of the people that we passed. He really is just the sweetest little boy!


Gardner Village does a great job of decorating the grounds and creating a fun Halloween spirit. Elizabeth loved all of the decorations especially the pumpkins.


I had such a fun day with my little munchkins. I am truly blessed to have Elizabeth and Zachary in my life. My heart just swells with gratitude for the fun times I get to have with my little ones.