American Fur Trade Era Encampment

Jacob's teacher sent an email letting us know about this event that was happening locally. We took sometime last Sunday (since we were game free) and spent it outside at this Encampment. The boys had a good time looking around checking things out. They threw some tomahawks, which was extremely disorganized. So the Officer came out in Carlos and he led the show, so our boys would stay safe. But we at least captured a few good shots of them.

I must say that there are some interesting people who partake in these encampments. Last Saturday poured around here and these people were camping out in the mess. I believe they didn't get a whole lot of visitors on Saturday and I'm pretty sure the pumpkin is a good indication of how they felt on Sunday. They looked like that was a good representation of their previous Saturday night. 

It was a fun time. Although we have two very different kids. Carlos & Jacob enjoy the details and the educational part of it. Alex and I have a shorter attention span. I guess the apple didn't fall far from the tree. ; )

Pizza Bites

We've decided to tighten the purse strings, along with the rest of the country, during this crazy economic state of the world. But in doing so, it's allowing for some more "FAMILY FUN" (as my sister in-law says). In all seriousness the boys really do enjoy making a friday night supper. We have one child who hates to go out and the other who loves to go out to dinner. It usually involves a huge debate on where to go and what to do. Well, we've eliminated that as well, when we make something. 

The first friday we made homemade pizzas and then the following friday pizza bites. Very Easy. I like easy, especially when I'm just supervising, then it's even more tasty.

This Friday, we went out. (some habits are hard to break). Stay tuned for the next Friday Fun Night. We are always open to some easy to make Friday Night Food ideas. Send your suggestions. And then we'll post our creations!

Take another look at the pictures. Notice how many Alex has done in comparison to Jacob. Yes, Jacob will probably live an extremely long live. NO WORRIES! : )

Carving Pumpkins

Carving pumpkins has become one of our family tradition. It's something that I have fond memories of and wanted to keep the tradition going. I remember mentioning the idea to Carlos of carving our Jack-O-Lantern early on in our time together. I believe he thought I was joking, but once he saw it wasn't a joke, he embraced it. I have to say that he probably enjoyed it the most this year, since outside of cutting the top off of the pumpkin. Jacob and Alex carved the pumpkin themselves. Yes we have a two sided pumpkin. It sits on the front steps and each day I turn it so each face gets equal display time. We still believe that you need to come up with the face yourself and then carve away. I know they have some really cool patterns to follow, but where's the fun in that. Happy Carving!

PS. For those that didn't notice those are our pumpkins in the banner!

It's Been Crazy!

Work has been busy, and then life on top of that has kept blog land quiet for awhile. So this will be our catch-up post. And hopefully I can stay on top of it weekly again.

Two weeks ago we took our annual trip to the pumpkin patch. The kids had a great time. This year they added a corn maze that I think would have been more enjoyable had I brought a chair along to sit in the middle and watch my kids run in circles. It was unseasonable hot.

Normally the trip consists of Nan & Pop Pop, Titi, Uncle Mark, Kira & Zack. But this year Jose, Tara & Sammy happened to be up for the weekend, and came along.  They showed up to our door dressed in their festive holiday attire. So we decided to take a pitstop at the local Wal-Mart to buy the same festive shirts. Check out the picture. Jacob was hoping that he wouldn't see any friends. (we saw his football coach and family) Needless to say he survived the torture and embarrassment his parents put him through).

Jacob & Alex like the Haunted Barn that they have, you have the option of how scary you would like it. You tell them from 1-5 with 5 being the scariest. Sammy wanted to go with them, unfortunately there was a difference in levels of scary. Jacob & Alex wanted 5. Sammy wanted 1. They gave Sammy a piggy back ride the entire Haunted Barn trip and took the "5". Every time someone jumped out at them, Sammy asked if they were going to help them. Jacob & Alex were laughing so hard, but poor Sammy was a little traumatized. Hopefully he's recovered.

I think overall it was a day full of memories!

Race Day

Today was race day for Alex.  At the beginning of every school year they start with cross country running during gym. They explain the scoring system and have the kids run a short distance, record their scores, and encourage them to improve on their personal score each time they run. During third & fourth grade they actually pick the fastest 5 kids in each class and do an overall race. Alex was very excited about the race. We were actually uncertain on whether he would actually get to race or not. Initially when he got his cast on, the school would not allow him to participate until the doctor faxed a note. Thank God, the doctor gave him permission, because he was more disappointed about the possibility of missing this race than missing football.

He was disappointed that he didn't get in the top 3 (they receive medals), but he did get 7th place. They also gave a team score for each class, his class came in 2nd place out of 7 classes. They were 7 points behind first place.

Vote You Must

As I'm sitting here watching the Presidential Debate, all I'm hearing is BLAH, BLAH, BLAH, BLAH, BLAH! But enough on my small attention span when it comes to the presidential debate. Vote You Must....For Trout and Tuna. Some of you may wonder why the title is somewhat Yoda like. I write headlines, read headlines and find humor in headlines on a daily basis. If you take notice of all the Presidential signs that are promoting change, Obama's sign that usually falls underneath his podium reads.

CHANGE

We Must

I immediately thought of Yoda and decided that Trout & Tuna's sign should read.

VOTE YOU MUST!

The Best Part Of The Game!

So who says the best part of the game is winning. If you ask my kids they'll say the best part is the cupcakes they get after the game. Take a look at the pictures. Both boys receive the cupcakes at the same point, but for some reason by the time Alex makes it to us, his cupcake has disappeared. Jacob on the other hand has to change before he devours it. 

I'm behind on blogging, so here is a short update for today. 

It was a busy weekend. Saturday was filled with Football, Karate, Birthday party and a trip to see Beverly Hills Chihuahua.

Alex got his cast off a week ago today and played his first game on Sunday. He was glad to be back in the game. They won 12-0. Two more games to go, but who's counting.