November

 ^^ We started the month off with a post-Halloween candy experiment! We used our Skittles for math, art, science, handwriting, reading and teamwork. The kids loved it! ^^

 ^^ I'm not sure at what age it's no longer appropriate to post pictures of your children in their underwear on the internet... But this is my Ezra. 100% Unbrushed, crazy, long hair with nothing on but her undies. Always. And I love it! I couldn't pick just one to share - this is just so Ezra! ^^ 

 ^^ Nana and Papa hung around for a couple more days after Judah's birthday and after lots of bubbles, games, books and snuggles, we took Nana to Funderland! The kids rode horses, Ezra was brave enough to ride the Dragon Rollercoaster again and even Judah went on a ride solo! ^^

 ^^ Easy like a Sunday morning... I think is how the saying goes! This is what all mornings look like around here! And I wouldn't have it any other way! ^^

 ^^ Daddy left for work and we left snotty nosed Judah at home with Nana and Papa and headed off to church! I can't believe how tall Uriah is getting...! Or the attitude Ezra is getting ;) ^^

 ^^ And then they left... And their goodbyes are always the hardest. Gosh we sure love them lots! ^^

 ^^ Nothing makes me feel more like supermom (other than flying solo!) than being complimented in Costco. Ha! "I have watched you all through the store and look how sweet and helpful your kids are being and how well behaved! They are absolutely beautiful! You're doing a good job, momma" ^^

 ^^ Shots! Shots! Shots! Shots! Shots! Shots! Throwback to college days, anyone?! Judah had his one year check up and the other too braved flu shots (well... one of them braved a flu shot and the other had to be held down by mom...) I have three BIG KIDS! ^^

 ^^ Another morning, another morning walk! Ezra opted for the stroller this time, and Uriah his scooter, which meant we could walk faster and farther. We have found a little free library in our neighborhood and were adding a couple unused books to it's shelves ^^

 ^^ A Friday Side by Side park date and these three stayed long past nap time playing in that tunnel together! ^^

 ^^ November was the terrible Camp Fire in Paradise, just north of us. While we were profusely thanking God for our safety, we were still struck with a lot of smoke. For two straight weeks the air quality was "unhealthy", for a few days it was "hazardous". We couldn't go outside and eventually, not even in the car - Judah was already sick and the smoke had him coughing like crazy. It was sad and scary and gross and had us all going stir crazy. Before it really settled in the valley, though, we were able to drive through it up to Auburn for a beautiful Saturday morning hike. It was a long one for Ezra but she did the whole thing with no complaints! It was an ideal morning in my book! On our way down the hill, back toward the city of Auburn, we stopped at winery. It was after noon, it was ok to drink wine, right?! Ha! We called to make sure we could bring the kids inside and prepped them on good behavior while waiting for mommy and daddy to have a little date ;) Things were going great until Ezra broke a wine glass... Oops! Maybe wine tasting with kids isn't a good idea! Still glad we did it, though. The wine was terrible but Stephen and I aren't very spontaneous (maybe now we know why...?! Haha!) and it was fun to just go for it! ^^

 ^^ That same Saturday evening we celebrated an early Friendsgiving at the Wishy house with other members of RSA. We crammed a lot of people and a lot of good food in that house! It was a fun evening with new friends and I sure am grateful for them and their families! ^^

^^ Twinning with my littlest boyfriend at church! Oh I could EAT HIM! ^^

 ^^ The Sunday before Thanksgiving we had a big Thanksgiving potluck at church. Pastor Daniel was officially called in as a second Pastor and many new members were sworn in - there was a lot to celebrate! These cuties (and their baby siblings!) sure enjoyed themselves! ^^

 ^^ This has nothing to do with our month, exactly, because he is in Pocatello and not here with me like I wish...! But OH MY GOODNESS how could I not share!? I love you Ozzy Howard! ^^

 ^^ The smoke cleared just in time for Thanksgiving Day! We were finally able to go outside and, after four years, were finally able to celebrate the holiday with dad! We went on a morning walk, spent the early afternoon playing Legos and reading books and had an early dinner with friends from church at their house - authentic Mexican! It was delicious! ^^

^^ On Friday, we drove to Palo Alto and spent the night in Nicki's empty house. We celebrated Friday Pizza Movie Night with friends, had a wonderful morning walking the neighborhood together as a family, and spent the rest of our Saturday celebrating Thanksgiving at Ally's house (Nicki came back into town!) Uriah, unfortunately, got sick from the swing and was out for a bit of the night, but other than that, I think it was a pretty ideal weekend :) ^^

^^ Shennanigans around home. Sleeping babies, morning walks, backyard play and big brothers being sweet. ^^