Bennett family fall vacation 2011

The rhino's were a blast for everyone! Chase called them his "monster trucks."

Such a good wife! Tending to her husbands injuries.

We feel so blessed to go up to Tulameen every fall! The girls sit around the fire and chat or read. While the guys play and explore. It's fabulous! Can't wait for next year.

Trick or treat

We dressed up our pumpkins this year...complete with top hat & bow tie. :)

Chase decided he wanted to be a chicken this year and he wanted his brother to match. Since this is probably the only time in his life he'll ask to match his brother; I took advantage of it!

Fun with the Fishers!

We were long overdue for a visit to see our friends the Fisher's. We love going over to the island. Something happens when you step off that ferry. Relaxation takes over and you jump into the slow pace of island life. It's wonderful!! Sean & Jenn have AMAZING kids! They're so well behaved and just down right lovable. Jenn, you truly are an outstanding Mommy! I admire you so much!! Thank you for spoiling us and cooking all those yummy meals. We had so much fun. Love you guys!

4 Months

You started rolling over! You smile all the time and love grabbing onto our faces. :)

Pumpkin Patch 2011

Every year we go with some of our closest friends to the pumpkin patch. This year the weather couldn't have been more perfect. The kids had a blast!

Our attempt at a group picture. ;)

The wee ones

I just LOVE this picture! The expressions on all their little faces are priceless!!

CARS

Remember when you were a kid and you went to Disneyland for the first time? Pretty magical! I just went a few years ago and it was still the happiest place on earth. 1 sunny fall day we stumbled upon a little Disney in our very own city. If you have a little boy chances are he's in love with Lightning McQueen. Lighting is the boy version of Cinderella. Every little girl goes to Disneyland and wants to be a princess. Every little boy goes there and wants to go fast like the rookie race car Lightning McQueen. The cars characters are everywhere in our house. Chase's favorite song is life is a highway and I sit on the floor once a day at least and play Flo's V8 cafe with him. ;) Seeing the 'real' cars characters was incredible for Chase. Let me tell you as a Mommy it was pretty magical too.

"I can't believe it Mom!"

Nannie and Chase played at the playground and we ended the day with a yummy cupcake!

SO much to be thankful for!

We had the privilege of hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year at our house for Chad's family. I even made my first turkey. There are a few things I'd change next time I make one but for the most part a success.

The highlight of the evening was when Ty apologized to my MIL for forgetting to give her a birthday gift in April. He said he had just found the present recently. Bonni opened it and found baby Bennett's 1st picture wrapped in a beautiful Grandma frame!!! It was the perfect ending to a great day! I'm so thrilled to become an Auntie for the first time. I'm secretly hoping it's a little girl so I can spoil her with all the cute girly things. :)

Chase & Cyrus' little cousin is due April 26th which is my MIL's birthday!

Pretty fabulous birthday gift. ;)

This year I found myself feeling SO grateful for such amazing family! My Papa always taught me the value of family but I guess more than ever I understand it. My husband, who makes me laugh, listens to me chatter on and on and reassures me all the time. My handsome little guys, who make me laugh until my side hurts, challenge me to grow and learn how to be a better Mommy and just fill my life with purpose. My Mom, who everyday loves me unconditionally, pours her wisdom on me and covers me with prayer & love. My brother, who dreams big with me, loves to celebrate and enjoy life and who has taught me how to love everyone for who they are. I have a large family so this could go on and on. I simply want you all to know that for 2011 I'm so blessed and thankful to have such a great family! xo