Gardner's Village

On Saturday I took the 4 youngest to one of my favorite places, Gardner Village. They loved it. There were witches and pumpkins everywhere. Riley had her face painted and made a witches hat. They all loved the ponies and the petting zoo. Charlie got on the pony without any hesitation, but then Gracie's blanket fell and spooked his pony and he fell off. That was the end of the pony ride for Charlie. Surprisingly, Riley was the only one fearful of the goats in the petting zoo. The boys were basically laying on the goats. It was a lot of fun.

We Have New Neighbors

So the house next to us is for sale. On Friday, this lovely family was looking at it. What do you think?

Halloween Came Early

My friend, Lindsay West, had a Halloween Party on the 17th. A bit early for me, but still fun.

Sam

So we have a new toy. It is a Polaris Razor. Every one loves it, especially Sam.

More of Gracie

Cute little yawn.
Almost a smile
Why aren't you holding me?

Grace Elizabeth Wright

It's official - I am the mother of 8 children. Gracie arrived September 7, 2008 at 8:12 pm. She weighed 8 lbs 4 oz and was 20 1/2 inces. She is a beautiful girl and so good. I am so lucky to have her in our family. I promise I will post more current pictures soon.
Just arrived!
Proud Daddy.
Riley is such a good big sister.
Jessie is one of my best helpers.
First day home.

Back to School

The first day. Riley is not in it because she didn't start fora few more days.
Riley was very excited for her first day of Kindergarten.
I love Sage's smile.
Jessie looks so darling in this uniform.
Tristan is in 7th grade now.

The boys

How to contain a 1 year old
Happy Charlie

Playing Catch Up!

Sam and Charlie in our neighborhood 4th of July parade.
Riley is ready to go.
Sage turns 8.
Papa Dickson, Sage, and Grandpa Orvis on Sage's baptism day.
Riley turns 5.

Must We Always Be So Dirty?

Charlie found a cupcake and devoured it.
At the mall, I gave them both a chocolate mint stick. Sam stayed clean, Charlie did not.
Ooh! I love chocolate pie!
On Father's day, Dad gave the boys some chocolate pie. Charlie couldn't get enough.

Constant Poser

I swear I do not teach her this stuff!

The Outer Banks

We just took a great trip to the Outer Banks in North Carolina. We were with my entire family which adds up to 37 people. We all stayed in one beach house and just had a fabulous time together.

The drive from Raleigh to the Outer Banks was tough. Steve and I were in separate cars. I was in the van with Sage, Riley, Alex, Charlie and Sam. I began to give the kids anything I could to keep them happy.
Need I say more?

The Beach in Corolla

Charlie and Chase. Can I suck the sand off your toes?
Look Mom - I'm surfing!
Yummy!
My favorite picture! Mom and Sam
They both look like they are having such a great time.

At the Pool

Sam is a fish. He just loved the pool.
Charlie was not so sure about the water temperature in the pool.

More Family Pictures

Sage to the rescue.
Yes, there were tears.