4 years / 18 months

I cannot believe that in less than one month, my sweet babies will be 4 years and 18 months respectively. Seriously, HOW is that possible? This Saturday, we went to Lake of the Woods to get their pictures taken (our photographer is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G). Sean was freezing the entire time, so not the most cooperative he's ever been, and Nathan ran the opposite way we wanted him to (belly laughing the entire way, of course). Regardless, we got some fantastic shots that I can't wait to share with you all. We decided to stop off at the play area while we were there, to let them run off a little more of that energy. (Note: it paid off... they both took great naps!)

Pumpkin Patch 2010

Last week, we picked up our nephew Kyle from school, then headed to ABC to pick our our munchkins a little early and headed to Sidney to our favorite (and cheapest!) pumpkin patch. Sean had been talking about pumpkin patches at school, so he was really excited this year. Nathan LOVED being able to run around in the wide open spaces, but could care less about me taking his picture (he has to sit still for that). Needless to say, there aren't many pictures of him!

















Here is a picture of the finished products - I think it looks pretty good... what do you think?



And check out the awesome pumpkin that Jamie carved! Not too scary (per Sean's request). :-)

Lance-a-palooza 2010

Saturday, September 25th, we had our first annual Lance-a-palooza (aka, Jamie's bday party). Several years ago, our goal was to have a Cinco de Mayo party each year, but with the blessing of Nathan's birth so close to that date, realistically it just got to be too much around that time. So, we thought why not have a party in the Fall, around Jamie's party... enter Lance-a-palooza!

We had a great time with our friends, (despite the rain moving us inside) playing Wii, Rock Band and enjoying lots of good food and Margaritas!

Here are a few pictures from the fun night:

I-L-L...

I-N-I! Last Saturday, we took Sean to his very first Illinois football game!!! I dusted off the old Illinois football jersey I bought for Nick almost 9 years ago and viola, we were ready to go! He must have been good luck as the Illini brought home another win. Sean lasted up until half time, but then he was starting to get a little restless. In his defense, it wasn't a very exciting game.

He really liked when Illinois scored as they set off the orange and blue fireworks (I just liked that they scored)! He also really liked Northern Illinois mascot - the Huskie. He thought it was pretty funny that this big white and black dog would dance, clap and wave his "paws" around!

Here he is on the way to the game



At the game...

I LOVE this picture!

Happy Birthday Daddy!

As much as Jamie likes to make fun of MY "Birthday Month", I would like you all to know we are on week two of his birthday festivities!! Last Friday was his actual birthday, and I tried to surprise him with this A-M-A-Z-I-N-G candy bouquet (of which I failed to take a picture of). But he surprised me by showing up at work (where it was stashed) and I didn't have time to hide it. Regardless, it was a hit, and we've all been enjoying it! We then went to have lunch with his friend Jon and his girlfriend Holly. That night, we went to dinner with our besties to Alexanders Steakhouse. One word - YUM. Here are a few pictures from his birthday dinner.

Me and Jenny



Jenny and Mike



Kelly and Mason



Jamie and his boyfriend, I mean, Mason



The group (including pretty Miss Meagan) waiting on Mike. Greg (not pictured) went to help him along as the Long Island had kicked in! ;-)



Mike, with the kicked in Long Island!



Me and the birthday boy



This weekend we'll continue the celebration with a party at our house with our friends. Looking forward to it!!

The many faces of Sean and Nathan

Just a few of Sean's (adorable) faces







And a few of the cheeseball... I mean, Nathan. :-)