Savannah's Fairy Garden

This week our sweet, previous neighbor Ms. Marlene posted some pictures of her new fairy garden.  I e-mailed her and asked if she was interested in doing a little one with Savannah and of course she said yes! :)  So before the holiday craziness begins we decided to spend the afternoon today (while Preston was at a birthday party) picking out the special pieces and creating Savannah's own fairy garden.

First the soil went in

 Next they carefully added the plants

After the miniatures were added the pebble walkway went in

 I'm so thankful for the time that Marlene pours into our family.  We lover her so much and miss her like crazy!

Marlene & Savannah

Savannah's own fairy garden

Preston's Soccer Finale

Preston had his final soccer game today.  We were all excited that we actually go to play and that it was so sunny!  With all of the rain many of this season's games were cancelled, but today was awesome! He scored a goal and had a blast running and playing.  Of course the best part was the long-awaited trophy that he got afterwards. :)

Movie Night Under the Stars

Tonight the kids' school had it's first ever movie night under the stars.  It was so much fun, but man was it chilly!!  We came prepared with our chairs, warm coats, hats, and blankets which made the super cold night manageable.  Monsters University was super cute and even held Preston's attention the entire time.  What a great way to spend a Friday night as a family. :)

The Game of Life

So my kids have a new favorite game . .the game of Life!  I never realized just how educational it is with teaching about loans, paydays, careers, insurance and tons more.  Plus the math skills they are practicing are incredible. :)  The conversations overheard have been hysterical, as I'm sure you can imagine.

Happy Halloween 2015

So our costumes were originally supposed to be from the Peanut gang, but after a kid in Preston's class talked up being the Gingerbread Boy, Preston was dead set on being one too.  (It is one of his favorite books so hopefully this other kid wasn't THAT big of an influence. :)  Anyway, I was determined to make the kids a duo this year so this is what we decided on . . . gingerbread cookie boy and milk!

Savannah crafted her own advertisement/coupon for one side

On the other side we had a missing boy ad.  Check out the fine print . . .
"If found, feed vegetables and call 1-800-JUST-KIDDING"

And I even went as the baker with my rolling pin

After a few pictures, people started coming out for the annual block party.  Thankfully we didn't eat dinner because there was a huge spread of food . .  and I ate WAY to much!

Whitmore kiddos

Then it was time for trick-or-treating!  The Clemson game was on so Dave stayed home and I took the kids out to get some candy.  They walked for a long time and finally made it to Katie's grandma's house for hot chocolate, another favorite tradition.

Ms. DeRollo even dressed up this year!!  

So, it's a wrap.  Halloween 2015 is in the books . . . now I just have to stay out of the candy!!!

Lunch Surprise for Savannah

I realized this morning that I had nothing pressing scheduled on the calendar and only one mystery shop to complete, which was the first time in a VERY long time that I wasn't totally stressed out trying to get a list checked off before bus stop time.  It was an awesome leisurely morning getting caught up on a few things around the house and digging through some piles of papers . . . and then I went out for a nice run. :)  While on my run by the kids school, I realized that it would a great day to surprise Savannah by going to lunch with her.  So, I rushed to finish the run, took a quick shower, and made it just in time to surprise her for a lunch date!  I love my flexible "job" . . and my Gracie Bell too!

Here is a picture with Leah, who is one of my favorites!  She wanted in on the picture too. :)  I love, love, love that my kids enjoying me coming to have lunch with them. . . and that I get to know so many kids at school too.

Lunch Date with Preston

After volunteering in Preston's class on Monday morning he begged me to stay and have lunch.  Unfortunately, the calendar didn't allow me to stay. :(  BUT, I promised him that when I came back to volunteer on Wednesday I'd stay and have a lunch date with him.  Today was the day and he was thrilled.  It was so much fun just sitting with his friends and talking to them . . boy do they like to talk!  Truly one of the highlights of my day.