S'mores.....mmm!

My dad set up a fire for roasting marshmallows on their property down by the water. Davis loved it last time we were there, so he requested it again. It was really fun and the s'mores were yummy. We used nutella.... mmm.

Anders says, "Hey Mom, I want some, too."

Davis went off to his little corner to eat. I'm not sure what number this was, but he had his fill, for sure. =)

Girls' Day Out

I know I'm a still a holiday behind, but I thought this shot of our toes was cute. After we took the kids to the park, we had them set up for lunch and left them with the boys while we went out to Tea Leaf, our favorite Chinese Restaurant in my hometown and then pedicures afterward. It was really fun, of course, and the food was delicioso!!

We had some fun, too! =)

Us adult kids couldn't resist this part of the park. We took turns spinning each other around and then SOMEONE had the idea of going upside down. Thanks, Liz. =) Hannah and Liz getting me going.

After Liz got off she was cracking up.

There's my mom.

What a fun grandma!!

Liz going at it, again.

I had a lot of fun on the swings, too. I can't remember the last time I was on a swing. My sisters and I had jumping contests and everything. Tons of fun. We'll definitely be going back to that park when we go to WA again.

Park Fun

We went to a great park near my parents' house. The kids had a ton of fun. Hannah pushing Gabbie on the swings.

Ella having a ball.

Anders just getting started.

Weeeeeee! Go Grace!

Sarah swingin' high!

Pretty Claire on the swings.

Gabbie poking her head out of the tunnel.

Zach stopping his climbing for a good smile.

Davis peeking.

Rhett climbing, too.

Finals Footage

Cramer Ping Pong Tournament

The Cramer Ping Pong Tournament was a great success this year. We had everyone participate and it got pretty intense! =) We're not a competitive family or anything. =) But, we also know how to have some fun. We had a blast and I have the rankings for next year!! Zach got in a few hits in between games.

The final was between Adam and Dad! Because it was a double elimination tournament Adam needed to beat Dad twice. Adam took the first game, but couldn't break the champion a second time. Dad went home with the trophy this year!!

We need to work on sportsmanship a little bit next year, I think. =)

Dad and Megan going at it.

Tom and Adam in the quarterfinals.

Seasoned Travelers

Davis and Gabbie were champs on the flight to WA for Thanksgiving. We had a late flight and they were very good. I'm sure people getting on the plane were not excited about having kids on there, but we proved them wrong. We had enough seats that we all got one. Once in the air the kids watched some Mickey cartoons and sipped on their apple juice and snacked on crackers. I was able to have a seat to my own and not have somebody on my lap. Yahoo! =) They were getting sleepy by the end. We landed at 10:30 pm. yikes. But, they made it to the car -- my parents picked us up--and then sacked out on the drive home. The next day it was time to start the PARTY!!!!

Apple Hill

We went to Apple Hill with friends before Thanksgiving. It was a gorgeous day and everyone was excited about the pony rides!! Davis was ready to go~~since like last week! =)Gabbie couldn't wait to get on!

Gabbie on Big Red.

Howdy Cowboy!! Davis on Bubbles.

Happiness is...

...filling up my car's gas tank for just over $20.
hmmm... simple pleasures.

Halloween... better late than never?

Yeah! Finally I put the Halloween pictures up now that we are half way to Thanksgiving. Such a slacker. Davis was insisting on being a cowboy again this year, but then he changed his mind when we were talking about it at preschool. Normally, I wouldn't welcome the change, but I was excited to get him something else. He chose Spiderman and didn't take it off for a few days. Here he is mastering his webbing skills. Chase was spiderman, too, so they were perfect partners in crime... solving. =)

Gabbie was our little Dalmation puppy. She loved the trick-or-treating once she caught on. She insisted on carrying her own bag, which was difficult when it started to get really full. She would also linger and stay awhile whenever we went to a house who had a dog, too. She LOVES doggies!

8 is great!

Tagged by Anita -- thank you for giving something to blog about, although, I have neglected posting pictures of Halloween. Coming soon!

8 Shows I Love to Watch:
1. So You Think You Can Dance
2. Biggest Loser
3. The Office
4. The Amazing Race
5. Run's House
6. Tim Gunn's Guide to Style
7. Top Chef
8. Project Runway
honorable mentions: Jon & Kate plus 8 and What Not To Wear

8 Things that Happened yesterday:
1. Went to church
2. Davis said his part while practicing for the Primary Program (he may do it after all!)
3. Picked Gabbie up from Nursery --she is loving it!
4. Took a nap -- thanks to my fabulous husband!
5. Made dinner
6. Talked to my dad
7. Watched "Amazing Race"
8. Went to bed after some reading (and it was before midnight! -- my new goal)

8 Favorite Places to Eat:
1. Tea Leaf (my favorite Chinese restaurant, but I have to wait until I go home to have it since it's in WA)
2. Costa Vida
3. Panera Bread
4. Caesar's -- the best Italian -- in San Francisco
5. Happy Teriyaki (another favorite from my hometown)
6. Macaroni Grill
7. La Provence
8. Cheesecake Factory

8 Things I'm Looking Forward to:
1. Wednesday night volleyball!
2. Twilight movie with girlfriends
3. Thanksgiving in WA
4. Davis putting on his own underwear after a potty trip
5. Gabbie to go to bed peacefully =)
6. Christmas!
7. A new, later time for church to start. =)
8. Italy trip!

8 Things on My Wish List:
1. To get into a regular exercise routine
2. To learn to accesorize well.
3. To a better mother
4. To be a better wife
5. To continue to strengthen my testimony
6. To have my kids gain their own testimonies
7. To be on time.
8. To continue to stick to a budget

8 People to Tag:
1. Amy H.
2. Erika L.
3. Mary G.
4. Haley B.
5. Mel S.
6. Megan F.
7. Becca A.
8. Tari B.

Lovin' her dolly!

Gabbie got this doll last Christmas but hasn't really shown interest in her until recently. She loves to carry her around, hug her, feed her, and take naps with her. She likes to give the dolly to Bob or me and we take turns holding her and loving her, then Gabbie takes her back and rocks her and pats her while she's saying, "oooh, baby." So cute.

Field Trip!

We went to Bishop's Pumpkin Farm for our first preschool field trip. It was a ton of fun and perfect weather. Unfortunately, my camera's battery died (my bad), so these are the only photos I have. Hopefully I'll be able to get some pics from the other boy's moms. =)Sitting in the front row waiting for the pig race to start.

And they're off!!
Gabbie had lots of fun, too.

Good Moments

Davis and Gabbie have their really good moments like this. I came in to see them coloring together. Too cute.

Six Flags!

Bob's new job sent everyone to Six Flags down in Vallejo a couple weekends ago. The day was gorgeous and we had an excellent time. Davis especially loved the dolphin show. Waiting for the show to start.

Davis would laugh hysterically everytime the dolphins would jump or splash the audience. It was contagious. =)
Gabbie also really loved looking at all the animals -- especially when they would come up close.
Davis braved some rides. The first one we went on I was a little concerned it was too fast for him and it would ruin him for life, but he got out and said he had a ton of fun. Then, he wanted to go on this boat ride with Bob.