Beanie Weenie

 

I have a hard time coming up with dinner ideas. Each week I ask the kids for suggestions and they usually don't come back with anything other than cinnamon rolls, tacos, or macaroni and cheese. Today, Evy came up with a new idea. "That thing with the hot dogs cut up and beans and that sauce." I finally realized that she meant beanie weenies or beans and franks. Apparently this was one of her favorite dishes at preschool. I figured there had to be more of a "recipe" than dumping hot dogs into a can of beans so I Googled and found this recipe. I am shocked to report that it was very good. And, Evy ate three bowls full. Not the healthiest possible dinner idea, but I call it a win-win. And this gourmet dish is going into the rotation!

A Week of Halloween

We kicked off Halloween on Friday, October 24 at Scott's office celebration.

 

 

On Saturday we hosted 15 kids for Evy's Halloween birthday party.

 

On Saturday night Scott and I escaped to an adult Halloween party.

 

On Monday the girls wore costumes to dance class.

 

On Tuesday we collected pounds of candy at my office.

 

On Wednesday we finally got around to carving pumpkins.

 

Friday started off with a Halloween party at Charlie's school (I don't have a photo). Then, on Friday afternoon Evy had a costume parade at school.  

 

After school on Friday, Evy's friend had a little pre-trick or treat party.

And then, after we had been celebrating Halloween for 8 days we finally went Trick or Treating.

Charlie's loot.

This is what Will did while I took the girls trick or treating.

 

And then he woke up and was ready to party!

 

Bonus Question: How many different costumes did Evy wear throughout the week?

 

 

 

Turning Six

Turning six is a big deal. Such a big deal that it requires a month long celebration!

 

Evy kicked off her birthday celebration early in the month with Scott's side of the family.

She shares the "Fall Birthday Celebration" with two cousins and this picture is becoming an annual tradition.

Evy has recently developed a love for mint chocolate chip ice cream.

Evy chose to have a Halloween themed party at our house. We invited 15 friends and did Halloween crafts, games and a piñata.

She asked everyone to come in their costume.

I did not make the cake this year and afterwards Evy told me the ones I make taste much better than the store bought one. Score for Mom!

It wouldn't be a birthday celebration unless the little sister was totally mad that she wasn't getting any presents.

And for the grand finale Evy opened presents from Mom and Dad on her birthday morning.

And enjoyed her traditional birthday pancake breakfast. That's a wrap on turning six.

Evy's Six Year Birthday Interview

The Birthday Interview--Six Years

 

Q: What is your favorite color?

A: Pink

 

Q: What is your favorite food?

A: Mac 'n Cheese

 

Q: Who is your best friend?

A: Heather, Emme and Addison

 

Q: What is your favorite thing to do?

A: Go on the climbing tree

 

Q: What is your favorite song?

A: Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert 'Somethin Bad'

 

Q: What is your favorite treat?

A: Suckers

 

Q: What is your favorite drink?

A: Grape Juice

 

Q: What is your favorite show or movie?

A: Lion King 2

 

Q: What is your favorite toy?

A: Kiara

 

Q: What is your favorite thing to do with your family?

A: Go to the zoo

 

Q: Where is your favorite place to go?

A: Florida

 

Q: What is your favorite book?

A: Lion King and Little House on the Prairie

 

Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?

A: Where mommy works

 

Q: Are there any other things you want to tell me about being six?

A: I like to do big girl things like take care of my brother and sister by myself with no one watching over me and crossing the log bridge by myself. I like to go outside by myself.

 

Here is last year's interview

Sweet Sister

Evy is an awesome big sister. After getting home from school the other day she asked me to sit Will next to her while she ate her snack. A minute later I looked over and she was holding his hand. What a lucky little guy to have such a loving big sister.

4 Months and Rolling!

Will started rolling over today. He first showed his new skill off at daycare and I think they felt bad telling me about it. But as soon as we got home he was happy to show off in front of all of us. Once he gets to his tummy he is mad! We are still trying to figure out his acid reflux issue. We started a new medicine last week and increased the dosage this week hoping to find him some relief. He is still spitting up like crazy and soaks himself resulting in wardrobe changes at least 5 times per day. Between his outfits, bibs, and burp rags he keeps our laundry room rocking! He has his first "daycare cold" and a horrible cough. Poor little guy! Although he was sleeping through the night last month he is no longer making it all night long. He normally wakes up around 4 a.m. to eat. I'm really hoping we can get over that soon. I'm dragging! He still loves to talk to us and smile. He loves to watch his big sisters and generally goes with the flow as long as he has his pacifier.

Silly Sleeper

 

It is always fun to peek at Charlie and see how she has fallen asleep for the night. This girl has some pretty funny positions. Last night she was cuddling her princess wand. Doesn't seem like the best choice for something to cuddle, but it seemed to get the job done!