Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was celebrated at my mother in-law's house with her family and my parents! We ate and ate - it was delicious. Now that the kids are big enough to play on their own, the tradition of making a craft was reinstated. My sister in-law and niece came with a cute idea of making a wreath out of old paperbacks. Each wreath turned out differently and were really cute. Most importantly was just slowing down and enjoying the time spent together. The turkey butter was made by Kayuko (Kate) our special friend from Japan when she came to visit in September.

New Basketball and Shoes

The third week of little league practice, Gehrig was given a basketball.  He was so excited!  It's his first big boy ball.  I decided to surprise him even further by taking him to get basketball shoes.  You know if he's going to play might as well have the real thing.  He picked them out and tested them out for quickness.  We are gearing up for our first game in December.  G has been practicing and practicing.  He's ready and so am I. 

Photography and the Old Guy

I love photography!  It is really the only creative thing that I truly enjoy.  There is something about capturing a moment that is fascinating to me.  I have tubs and tubs of pictures I have taken over the years.  Each one of them tells a story. 

Our dog, Bentley, is the old guy in our house.   I love photographing him as he relaxes outdoors.  These were two shots of him that I really like.  It's as if I can read his mind.

Deer Season

Deer season in our household is a national holiday.  I become a deer "widow", but I don't mind as it enables me to have time to shop, visit or work on a project.  Gehrig is going to follow his father's footsteps and be a hunter, too.  He likes to get his little knife and help process the meat.  This season has been a successful for our hunters! 

Soocer Season Ends

We concluded our first soccer season this Fall. It's been quite exciting I must say. I really enjoyed being the Team mom. We had a party at Mr. Gatti's and this team mom provided a cookie for dessert. Gehrig likes soccer too, but unfortunately he runs like his mother, which is not fast.  He says he would like to be a goalie someday.  Maybe he will be someday, time will only tell. 

Basketball Begins

Central Hardin started a little league program this year. Cousin Matt invited Gehrig to participate. Gehrig is really liking it and doing quite well considering he has never played basketball at all. It will be interesting how he develops in these sports as he matures and grows up. We'll be there to support him whatever he decides.

Preschool Party

Gehrig's Preschool class had a Harvest Party.  They got to wear their pj's, played some games and received candy from his friends.  This is the last year of preschool, got to enjoy these moments.