Christmas Photo Attempt

Every year I try to capture some cute pictures to put together a collage for my parents. Some times I get lucky...this time, I wasn't at all. Taylor was very unhappy. We had just gotten back from a photo shoot from Jacob's school and he freaked out because he was afraid of the photographers. So, when we got home, all he wanted was to be held. He wasn't having any of it. Jacob on the other hand, loved it. He especially loved the fat reindeer.

My favorite picture!!

This was an absolute disaster. I gave up after this one.

Putting up the Xmas tree

Our decorations are very simple this year. I didn't feel like going through all the boxes, so we just placed ornaments on the tree. We had a surprise for Jacob because he diligently helped with the ornaments. He is so particular. Things had to be placed in certain spots, considering Taylor and all. He's something.
Thomas the Tank Engine ornament! Yay!

Thanksgiving in Texas

We were so happy that Auntie Monica and Uncle Daniel decided to spend their Thanksgiving with us in Katy! They drove down from Prosper (Dallas area) Monday night and stayed with us until Saturday. WE all enjoyed their company, especially Jacob. He has a special bond with his E-Ca because she gives him whatever she wants, but I'm so happy that she is not afraid to discipline him when he is misbehaving. We love them to pieces!

Here, they are working on the pies! We had chocolate pecan pie, lemon meringue pie, and pumpkin cheesecake. They were delicious!!! Eca was so nice. She took over and cooked our entire Thanksgiving dinner. Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures of the food because I didn't have patience for pictures. I dug in right away!

For dinner, we had TurDucKen, ham, pies, Daniel's special made mashed potatoes, and a bunch of other sides. No one touched the salad though! LOL. It was so much fun. We even squeezed in family pictures at the park before dinner as well!

Two boys and...

...a GIRL!

Baby #3 is a girl! Since she was conceived naturally, her estimated due date is March 29th. I am still considered a high risk pregnancy, so I have to get progesterone shots every week and visit the specialist often as well. Fortunately, the nurse comes to our place and gives the shot. We also get to hear the baby' heartbeat each time. We are hoping and praying that this baby will be full term. We had a scare just this past weekend. I was feeling mild contractions throughout the day, but didn't think too much of it because I wasn't feeling well. But, by evening time I was really concerned and the doctor told me to go to the ER asap. Everything is fine. I was dehydrated, which caused the uterus to contract. I am better now because I'm jugging down as much water as I can.

Halloween with Mickey and Friends!!

Yes, it was an absolute dream come true trick or treating with Mickey and Friends with my boys!!!!! We decided to take Jacob to Disneyland again this year for the second time because he has become such a Disney Mania. On top of that, it was a surprise birthday gift for me from Jeremiah.

We had just learned a month before that we were going to move to Katy, Texas for Jeremiah's work and thought that having one last BIG California adventure before going would be fun for the family. Disneyland is just so magical! If you love Halloween and Disney, then you absolutely must make a trip there in October. It's just so much fun!

It's a Small World is Jacob's favorite Disneyland ride. This time it trumped the trains! Yes, you heard right! We probably went on this ride at least 10 times. Each time, he acted as if it was his first time riding it. It was priceless. Taylor even enjoyed the ride.

Jeremiah pointed out that this was Grandma, so every time we passed by, Jacob would yell out, "Look, it's Gramma!"

Here we are waiting for the Mickey Soundsational Parade. It was such an awesome parade. I actually like it better than the electrical parade!

Having dinner at Goofy's Kitchen was the best EVERRR! The food was just phenomenal. Everything was good! Lots of characters were there and they were so nice. I like this much better than the surfing breakfast with Mickey.

Jacob looks grumpy because he just woke up from his nap.

Taylor was a dragon for Halloween! Adorable!

He is learning his "lizard" look.

His excitement for trick or treating. First, he didn't want to put on his costume, but after trick or treating at two boothes, he wanted it on.

Isn't he the cutest Thomas ever? By the way, Disney is very GENEROUS with giving out candy. We probably visited 6-7 boothes and got three bags of yummy goodness! These are good candies too like almond joy, snickers, twix, skittles, you name it!

Yes, I'm the number ONE engine!

Waiting for the costume parade...which he missed because he fell asleep minutes before they started. It was a long day, so I don't blame him. At least we were able to get him to trick or treat.

Jake's first day of preschool

Jacob started preschool this August. Though we were only there for two months, it was worth it. Jeremiah was fortunate to be able to bring Jake on his first day, but I couldn't because I had to be at work! School had already begun for me! The teachers told me that Jacob cried for a while before settling down for the remainder of the morning. I have to say that since then, Jacob has matured a lot!! I brought him with me to take a tour of a local preschool in Katy and he was so comfortable with the teacher- letting her hold him, carry him, and even taking him to her room to get a sticker without me there!! He also looooves nursery in our new ward. It's amazing how much he has changed in a couple of months. I don't know if staying at home contributes to his level of comfort with others...knowing that I'll always be there to pick him up or that I'm not working...but it's amazing to see his growth. I'm very proud of him.

Ms. Julie, his teacher.

I must add that Jacob recognizes all his letters of the alphabet. He also knows some of the sounds as well. He can spell his name, but can't write it yet. He is really eagered to learn new skills and absolutely loves to read. He can finish sentences of his favorite stories that we read each night. His favorite thing right now is "flashlight" reading before going to bed.