As much as we are watching our children to see what they do with thier lives, they are watching us to see what we do with ours.

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Big Bird and a Big Anniversary

Friday was not only our 10 year anniversary but it was also our last trip to Busch Gardens for the season.  It was a great day to play and the girls had so much fun with their friends. I had fun too! Sophia was scared on a few rides and preferred to watch her big sister instead.  Isabella went on the adults swings for the first time and loved it!  By the end of the ride she had her hands up in the air like a true park enthusiast!  Sophia was eager to say Hi to Elmo but alas only Big Bird was available.  Sophia's excitement turned to fear once we were within a foot of Big Bird.  Sophia preferred to watch him from afar while her big sister said hello.  This trip was the first time that all of the kids were able to actually move the bumper cars around!  Our children are growing up so fast and its great they have friends to make memories with through the years.  
Isabella in the jar of flies
Sophia in the jar of flies
Madelyn, Isabella, Liam & Sophia
Madelyn, Isabella & Big Bird
Sophia, Ellie & Liam
Big girls on Elmo's Spire!
Liam & Sophia sit back and enjoy the ride
Isabella & Madelyn fly on the ride
Sweet Sisters off to ride bumper cars
Happy 10 year anniversary!
Its been a beautiful 10 years leading up to this day!

 The evening of our anniversary was a treat not only for 
Will and I  who enjoyed a romantic evening out,  but also for the girls who had lots of fun with playing with the babysitter.  We feel very blessed with love, family and friends.

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Playgroup at the Pumpkin Patch

Our playgroup went to the pumpkin patch this past week.  Isabella was in preschool so Sophia and I were enjoyed the fun adventure together.  Miss Sophia was afraid to get on the hay ride since it was "scary"  however she finally got on and snuggled close to me for the bumpy ride.  Sophia found her favorite pumpkin and also enjoyed playing with friends.  It was the perfect fall day!

Princess Sophia in the tower
Hannah & Sophia peaking out of the holes
Me and my little pumpkin FiFi
Sophia found her favorite one!
Sophia in a garden of Mums

Friday, October 5, 2012

Wedding Anniversary

10 years ago today....
During the ceremony
The Blessing
The kiss!
Mr. & Mrs. William Schaefer III
Limo ride to the reception
Cutting the Cake
The Toast
Last Dance

  Happy 10th Anniversary!


Thursday, October 4, 2012

Apples and Bugs

Tis the season for apple picking!  The girls and I went to Carter Mountain Orchard and picked lots of apples with Grandmom and PopPop.  Thomas the Bear came along too!  During our day trip to Charlottesville, VA we also enjoyed lunch at the Michie Tavern. I love this time of year! 
Isabella & Thomas the Bear
Apple picking fun with grandparents
The girls liked the Jonagold apples
PopPop helps Bella reach high
Sophia finds the perfect apple
Taking a break to enjoy the apple
Bumpin' around in the little red wagon
Silly little worm
Sweet little worm
Uh oh, look who is in the apple!
Carter Mountain 2012

The Michie Tavern
Pretty road in Charlottesville, VA
Checking out the cows
Brave Sophia checks out the buggy!
Cool looking eyes.

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Trike-a-thon

The annual trike-a-thon was last week at preschool.  Isabella loved riding around the parking lot with her classmates.  After the ride, they enjoyed a nice cool popsicle.  Sophia's class did not ride trikes however they did get to meet a police office and talk about bike safety. Sophia was not eager to check out the police car but did eventually sit in it.  
Isabella & Sophia ready for pre-school
Sophia did not want to get in the police car for her teacher
Sophia and her classmates
In the police car and eager to hop back out!

Rock and Roll!

Isabella and her friend Abby
The Busy Bear Class
Popsickles!

Fun with friends!
Isabella's class at school is called the Busy Bears and this was her weekend to bring Thomas the bear home!  She was so excited and he enjoyed a picnic lunch with her friends after pre-school.  After lunch we held our own little trike-a-thon to give Sophia a chance to join in the on the fun.  They had a blast!
Checking out Thomas and his overnight bag
Isabella & Thomas the Bear
After school picnic with friends
Isabella and Sophia cruisin'
Go Sophia!