The Magic of Disney

Our first family vacation to Walt Disney World. Gary and I always thought we would take the kids to Disney. We didn't realize how much fun it would be for us.
Our first day there we had lunch with Tigger and friends. Good thing because we were hungry after our early morning flight.
Little did we know, Pooh and friends had a little birthday cake waiting for Laura. She thought that was the greatest.
The girls taking in the sights along Main Street.
Day two, some kind person told us about the fairies being on site. We waited for the opening of the park and the girls had a chance to meet Tinker Bell as well as two other fairies.
Later that night we went to dinner at Chef Mickey's. I found this cute costume this summer just by chance. I picked it up and saved it to give to Kelly before we went to dinner. She thought it was pretty neat to be Minnie Mouse.
Both girls were excited to see Mickey at dinner.
There were many attractions in the parks that had 3-D effects. The kids found it goofy to wear the glasses to the shows.
Gary and I playing tourist at Epcot.
For Laura's birthday we had lunch planned with the princesses. Laura's favorite was Cinderella.
After lunch, Laura found a place that offered face painting.
Our motel room decorated for Laura's birthday. I was able to hang balloons and streamers the night before. It wasn't any problem for the girls to sleep at night.
Family picture at Animal Kingdom. Just before the black bag incident. A word to the wise, never leave a bag unattended at Disney.
An afternoon at the water park, Blizzard Beach. Kelly takes a chance on the ice blocks.
Our last night at Disney, we went to the show Fantasmic. Only 3 of us were able to see the show. Thank goodness for that stroller we picked up before going to Disney. Best purchase ever.

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween! Friday was the day Gary and I spent at school with the girls. Kelly had a "spooky" concert before the school parade. The concert was such a success the local paper featured some of the stars. Can you find Kelly?
Laura, Cinderella, on her way to the ball.
Watch out, here comes Kelly the bear. Roooooaaaar! Our trick or treaters, ready to hit the town. The treat of the night was unveiling the Walt Disney trip to the girls. Aunt Amanda made some really fun "tickets" that the girls would understand. Laura was excited at the idea of going to Disney. Kelly studies her "ticket" to make sure it is real.

Harvesting the Fun

Once again it has been awhile since I have updated everyone. I'm surprised I haven't had more comments of getting to it. Although, I'm sure there are some who would like to forget some of the events. Maybe the weekend we went to Sixberry. That was a couple weeks ago when we turned the water off and pulled the docks out.
Laura and Kelly playing in the hammock with their cousin Angelina. After the water was off and the docks were pulled, we hooked the boat to Dad's truck and headed back to his house. Only look what happened shortly into the trip!

Nothing else to do but - Drive it home! Not going to hurt this trailer any.




Attempted to take a video of the ride home, after the second tire blew! One ride home that the girls will never forget.
Last weekend we were invited to a Halloween party at a local onion farm. Gary was quite impressed by the collection of tractors. The farm had them all out, cleaned up for winter and on display.
We all enjoyed a hay ride through the muck farm.
Gary and Laura picking their pumpkins out at the party to carve. The barn behind is an onion warehouse. For the party they had onion crates lined up in a maze inside and people volunteered to work a "haunted onion barn". It really was amazing.
Gary and the girls starting to carve their pumpkins. In the upper left of the picture is the start of the bon fire.
Kelly wanted one side carved and the other side painted.
The girls joined the band at the bon fire for a song of "There ain't no bugs on me" They really enjoyed themselves at the party. The night was equipped with trick or treating. A well planned party for all ages. I wasn't able to get any more pictures after this point because I broke my camera.

Birthday, Wedding and the Excitement of Fall

It has been a couple weeks since my last post. Our time has been filled with getting Kelly readjusted to her asthma and keeping up with Laura's homework. In addition to the girls, we celebrated Gary's birthday last weekend.
Here is the yummy cake that Gary's mother put together for him. The ole John Deere truck.
Equipped with the round bale on the back. Another great creation. Thanks Sheila!
Laura surprised Gary with the cake.
Saturday the girls and I took a quick trip to Sixberry. The weather was perfect and I wanted to see the leaves changing. They had just started to change. The colors weren't quite there yet.
This picture doesn't do the lake justice with the trees that had changed. But I assure you the lake is changing. I was in the water for a neighbors boat and it was a bit chilly.
10-10-10 Wedding number 4~ Jason and Jessica Spooner ~ Congrats!!!
Both Jason and Jessica are avid hunters, hence the cake top. Each year it has been a joke as to who will get their first buck.
The groom and I. The reception was held at White Eagle, near his families camp.
Two of my best friends. A great night to celebrate together.
The Clarkson Clan, together again. So fun to see everyone. A true representation of the ratio at Clarkson.

Open House and Wedding #3

Another week of activity. Outside of everyone in the Hayden house catching this nasty cold that just hangs in there, we managed to tackle the schedule. Monday night was Laura's first night of dance class. There was so much excitement. She has been practicing every night since.
Gary made two deliveries of hay this week to a farm. Kelly went the first night and played with the calves and watched the milk come into the bulk tank. I thought for sure she would kiss the tank. The second night she was ready to go see the "gentle cow" again. She was so excited to go. She was very quick to change into her clothes and put her boots and gloves on. Only she fell asleep on the way over to the farm. This is how she came home. Gloves, boots and all.
Thursday night was our 10th anniversary. We were lucky to spend it with the girls at their school Open House. Laura was being silly posing for her picture in her old classroom.
Kelly and the rest of the Kindergarten classes were singing for the visitors. She was happy to stand with her friend Corey. These two have quite the fun.
Saturday night was wedding number 3 for the summer! This wedding was held at The Manor House. The ceremony was held outside and the sun came out just in time for the night. Gary and I goofing at the table. We are improving with the self-portraits.
Here we are with the happy couple at the end of the night. Such a great couple. We were happy to celebrate their special day with them.
I had Gary take this picture when we got home. My friend Lisa put my hair up for me. I thought she did a great job and it held up well through all the dancing Gary and I did!!

What Kids In The Country Do For Fun

Friday night fun~ What do kids in the country do for fun?
Take a trip through the sprayer. (no chemicals have ever been used in this tank)
What other way to end a hard week of school? Other than to "cool" off.
Do you think they had any fun?
Sunday afternoon was a day of clean up around the house. Grandma and Rich paid us a visit. The ole stomp rocket came out for some fun. Go Grandma!
Rich was the pro at shooting the rockets over the maple tree.