Apple Picking, Hayrides, Cider and Some Mud

Sam and I met up with my parents and sisters for the morning and afternoon for some fun at Miller's Big Red Apple Orchard. It was raining some in the morning but by the time we got there (since we took a wrong turn at one point) it had stopped raining for awhile and we had a great time! Sam and Grandpa picked some apples and they were very really yummy! We went a on hayride and Becky trudged through the mud to get a pumpkin. Then we went to the petting farm where Sam wanted to kiss the goats! We then got some donuts and ciders and walked around some more. It started rain again so we got started back home. But since we were so close we decided to stop by the house that recently aired on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. You can see all the pictures here.

America Funniest Home Video?

A couple of weeks ago Sam discovered how to turn the water on and off in the bathtub. He loved it - on, off, on, off, fill the cup up with water dump it out, fill it up and dump it out. He did this for about five minutes (which I got on video). They he wondered what they little thing would do on top of the faucet (the shower thing) - He didn't like what it did!!! The look he has at the end of the video is just too cute! We are going to send it into America's Funniest Home Video. Who knows if it will get picked to air, but worth a shot! Here is a link to the video. (warning: there is nudity in this video of Sam!)

Into God's Family

Matt & Lily were brought into God's family and baptized this morning at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. Myself (Pam) and Kurt (Kim's brother) were Lily's God Parents. It was a beautiful ceremony and Lily was in a great mood the whole time! Here are some more pictures!

I'm What???

Well I knew it was coming, but of course it still took me by surprise when I was told. I have worked for Neumann Homes (formerly Tadian Homes) for almost three and half years now. Because of the Michigan's economy and the lack of homes sales there were more cuts backs again today. There were a lot of cut backs last November (now that one took everyone by surprise because we didn't know how bad the company was doing). Unfortunately I was one of the cut backs today and was let go. Like I said everyone I worked with knew the company was in bad shape and that cuts were coming. I am being positive about it, I have lots of experience and I am sure I will find something again soon. In the meantime I get to spend some great quality time with my son! And I should be able to post a lot more on here! And I really want to get selling a lot more on eBay. And I noticed the fridge needs cleaning, the windows are pretty dirty too. And..... well the list goes on, I am sure I will keep myself busy! But for now I am unemployed.

The Cider Mill

We went to Yates Cider Mill today. It was a perfect day, sunny with just a touch of clouds and in the mid sixties. We went right after church to beat the crowds. First we got some fresh donuts and apple cider. We walked around and got some apples and then walked the trail. Jacob and Sam loved walking down the trail and I got some super cute pictures!

Biking, Slushies & the Park

We have been trying to find new things to do outside of the house, that are cheap and that everyone will have fun doing! So we the last couple of weekeneds we have been bike riding and this time I remember my camera (the last time I remembered my camera but forgot the memory card - can't save pictures without that!). We started off on the Paint Creek Trail and biked for about 2 miles. Jacob did a great job and Sam loved just hanging out of the back of daddy's bike. We even spoted some deer along the way. We made our way the Dairy Queen for some slushies. Jacob got kiwi-strawberry and Sam got cherry. Of course they kept trading and Daddy and I had some too. Then we biked over to Rochester Park where Sam chased some ducks and Jacob climbed and hung in the trees. And of course they played on the play structures and went swinging. Then we took the Paint Creek Trail back home. It was a beautiful day and we had got some great excerise and had a great time! More pictures.

eBay has Overtaken...

I know, I know it's been awhile since I have posted anything new. I have been getting together tons and tons of stuff to sell on eBay. And it has truly overtaken my evenings, from 8:30-10:30 every night I am taking pictures and loading them up and getting my postings ready. So, now almost everything is loaded and up for sale and I can get back to the more important pictures - Jacob and Sam! (Until next week when I have to ship out over 150 things!).

Daddy's in Charge (or is he?)...

Andy has been at home with the boys for the last couple days. Today it looks looks like the boy's took over, well at least the living room! They built a fort with pillows and several blankets. Pictures...

Strawberry Picnic

Grandma Lynda and Sam had a strawberry picnic with cool whip. Sam loved dipping the strawberries, but didn't like when the cool whip got on his hands - he couldn't figure out how to get it off! More pictures.

Sam's Smoothies

Sam LOVES smoothies! We got this Magic Bullet Blender and as soon as I bring it out Sam knows it "Smoothie Time." He helps me get out the frozen berries, yogurt, crushed ice and a splash of orange juice (or sometimes V8 splash). We cram it all into this little cup and put in on the base and blend away. Sam always has to sit up on the counter right next to me to make sure that I don't drink any of his smoothie first. Now that he knows how to drink from a straw I make it a little extra juicy so it's easier for him to get. It's a great healthy snack and he loves it! Of course more pictures!