This and That

Things are pretty good here in the Hall household. To be honest, it's been a tad stressful on a number of fronts, but we are keeping on keeping on.

We've tried to spend as much time outside in the glorious autumn weather. Last week was a bit warm, but the nights have finally cooled off again...lovely.

Here's a little of this and a little of that from the past week or so.

The ball popper -- our favorite!

Flower princess after her bath.

Giving Daddy kisses at the park.

Hall trio at the park at dusk.

Giggle box! (with beautiful leaves)

Gorgeous fall leaves from our neighbor's tree.

Golden carpet...

Just Buzzin' Around

Emma was such a cute bumblebee! It was actually freezing here the week of Halloween, so Emma was happy to keep on her costume. On Tuesday, we headed over to Homewood for a costume parade. On Wednesday, all of the kids dressed up at school. Finally, on Friday, Allison took her to Whole Foods for a little party in the morning, and then we headed to our friends for another celebration. Quite a week!

Emma and John enjoying a morning snack.

Little ladybug!

After the parade

On the playground with Dad.

Don't worry, bee happy!

Sweet thing!

Stella with her flower power.

I Heart the Park

We love Triangle Park. I think it's a mother's best friend. When the natives get restless, it's the perfect solution.

This morning was beautiful - cool, but sunny - and perfect for the park. Emma and I headed over while Daddy worked in the garden...damn squirrels.

With my mom...

She loved the slide today!

Always happy swinging...

Stripes, stripes and stripes!

Ahh, autumn...

No major news here, folks -- notice a theme?

We are just enjoying the nice, breezy days of autumn.

Hanging with Mom...

Who me, attitude?

Happy girl!

A Day at the Dairy

We were very excited when our friends, the Barretts, asked us to join them on a trek to the dairy. As part of a local dairy co-op, they were responsible for the week's dairy pickup. Wright Farm Dairy, located just outside of Anniston, Alabama, is an organic dairy farm - where happy cows reside. Their milk is amazing, as well as their ice cream and butter (provided through an Amish community). It was great fun.

Emma LOVED the cows, really loved the cows. I think she kicked and squealed for about 20 straight minutes. Although, am I surprised? Of course not, Dugald did grow up on a dairy farm...

Snack time

Affectionate calf...

I WANT IT!

Jumping in excitement!

Mmm...ice cream

Krys and Mimi

The crew...

Milking time...

Mimi was so happy to run around outside!

Drive-thru organic milk -- wow!

Weekly Round-up

No major news to report here. The weather has been beautiful, so we have been spending as much time outside as possible. Emma LOVES the park. Here are some pictures of our Thursday morning with our friends, Stella and Mimi.

Time with Family

This past weekend we headed to my parents for a weekend visit. It was a beautiful weekend - we all had a great time.

Sweet thing...

On the phone with Pop

Just chillin' in the rocking chair

Cool morning air!

Emma loved the wagon!