Disney on ICE

Nonny bought Lily tickets to Disney on Ice so we decided to take the whole family. The kids wore their monogrammed Mickeys compliments of My Bag Lady. At first, Lily was scared of the characters just like at Disney world but once Ariel came out she loved it. We were not good pre-planners and forgot to bring cash. Of course, just our luck the card machines would not read our bank card so we were unable to buy anything at intermission. Needless to say we ended up at the gas station on the way home buying smartfood and chocolate milk.

Happy Birthday AJ!!!

Yes...we eat at Pontillos ALOT while I am home. Tonight we met the fam at our favorite pizza joint for another birthday celebration. It was a great time to see everyone before we leave town. The kids loved the pinball game...Tate actually got pretty good at it. Happy Birthday to AJ today!! I am so glad we are here to celebrate with him!!!

The Elders

Yesterday Lily and I spent the day with both sets of my grandparents. We started the day at Tom Wahl's at lunch with Gigi. After that, we went with Gigi to visit PopPop in the hospital. They were so cute. Grandpa kept looking around Grandma to watch Lily. When Lily would notice, she would peer around Grandma and smile real big at Grandpa. They were so sweet. After we left the hospital, we picked up Mimi and Pipi (aka Ma and Pa Kettle) to run errands and go the doctor. Grandma had some wax buildup (hence the doctor's appointment) and Grandpa is hard of hearing so the two of them spent the drive yelling at each other, literally. When we stopped at the gas station to get a drink, Grandpa decided to get out and get a coffee. On the way in, he muttered under his breath, "maybe a donut too". I said "Sure Grandpa, how often do I get to treat you to a donut?" Once inside, he stopped in front of the food and said, "I really like pizza." Needless to say, I got him the pizza. What a trip!!! I don't get to tend to the grandparents often so it was a thrill to do so.

I Heart NY

Just some pics of the place I love during my favorite time of year...I sure wish the winters weren't so brutal or I'd live here in a heartbeat...

Watering the Trees

So today during our hike Tate ran behind the trees to take care of business and Mamie caught it on camera...

Happy Trails

Well the trails were happy for the most part, but towards the end they were more like whiney trails. This morning we took the kids on a hike down the creek trail in Rushville. They had a good time despite wanting to stop regularily for snacks and drinks. Fall is in full form here so it was a great setting for some awesome pics. I think we tuckered em out...they are both still napping (lucky mom)!!!

The Big Cheese

Today we had a birthday party at Chuck E Cheese for AJ and Lily. It was so great to celebrate their 3rd birthday with my family. I always miss the milestone celebrations (which my family has regularly) so it was nice to share this one with them. The kids had a great time...good pizza, tasty cupcakes from Wegmans, and lots of tickets won. We brought home two tired peeps and lots of great pics (not to mention memories).