Halloween

So technically this is Jessa's 2nd Halloween, but in my heart it was her first real Halloween. She got to dress up three times in two different costumes, one for a party, one for the library and then actually Halloween. I never imagined how much fun she would have. We went to Gilbert to trick or treat with family, and Jessa never stopped. She had no fear when she went to the doors to say trick or treat, with the exception that she didn't want them near her candy :).. She had such a great time once we got going. This was by far the best Halloween ever!

Family Fun

We had a blast this weekend, not only did we get to see our Peterson Family but Vegas McGhie's and Atkins' as well. All the kiddos have grown so much, you don't realize how fast they grow until you've been away from them for awhile. Jessamyn was beside herself with all her playmates. We roasted marshmellows in the backyard. Jumped on the trampoline, played way to many board games and watched one to many Guitar Hero battles.

Kickin' Weekend

Off to Las Vegas we go! A quick trip to settle a little business and a visit with family. We got to see Krista and Chloe in action on the soccer field. A fun spectacle. Then off to see Ryan on the soccer field as well, impressive bunch I might add. Bingo at the Texas, a little poker and home. It was a very short weekend but a nice to see everyone. Jessamyn enjoyed being with her family especially spending time with her Grandma & Grandpa McGhie, Morgan and Megan, oh and Tara too!

Summer's End

As the summer draws to an end I look back and sigh. We have had quiet a busy summer. Between Vegas and Phoenix it has been a non stop adventure for us and Jessamyn. We rounded out basically the last day of summer back at Rachel and Josh's house with fun in the pool for the kiddos, a little Monopoly for the adults and then an evening of Smore's and a fire pit for everyone. Now everyone knows I am the undisputed champion of Monopoly, but my dear Arizona family and their blasted electronic Monopoly has fouled me twice now. First at the Atkin home and now at the Peterson home. I came back after the defeat by Mac to win it =)

Jessamyn has grown by leaps and bounds this summer. Her speech is getting better and better. It is amazing how much she has grown up. It breaks her Mama's heart to see her baby growning up. She misses her Vegas family like crazy, but has grown very close to her cousin Loggie. She can't get enough of the little beast. They are definately two peas in a pod.

New Toys

Another fun filled weekend with our Arizona family this weekend. We had Josh, Rachel and the little kiddos over for some fun and games and of course lots of laughter. We decides to buy Jessamyn a little jungle gym type toy and we could not get the kids off the thing. Up down, screaming, laughing, throwing, you name it they did it. So cute though, well worth the money at the garage sale. In the meantime us adults spent the evening playing a little Friends Scene It and Pictionary, which might I mention may be the funniest game ever invented. Anyway, Jessamyn's speech is growing by leaps and bounds at this point and she is trying to say everything. If she doesn't know the name she will ask you. Her current favorite word is "cookie" and let me tell you there is no tricking her with anything that is not a cookie. I can't wait for everyone who hasn't seen her in awhile to see her again. She is quite a fireball lately.

Sea World/San Diego

Ok, so I've fallen a little behind. Things are a little hectic on the home front at the moment but I wanted to make a little BLOG about our trip to California. We went on a little family vacation with Amber, Robert, Ryan and Morgan. We took the kids to Sea World and the beach, it was awesome! Jessa loved all the sea creatures and especially the dolphin show. Which might I add we all got soaked in. It was adorable watching her freak out at the Aquarium when she saw Nemo and Dori. She didn't want to leave. The beach was even better. She was running after the waves, splashing in them, finding sea shells and helping mom build a sand castle. We had sooo much fun. It may have been her first vacation that was really enjoyable for her more than us. We can't wait for the next one.

Auntie Nel's Birthday

This weekend we were back to Vegas to celabrate Chanel's birthday. Of course in Sean and Chanel style there was a WIIlympics to be had. Tennis anyone? So Spencer and I were the second couple to be elliminated in the WIIlympics but thats ok because we got to laugh at everyone else attempting to win the gold. In the end their could only be one winner though... Jessamyn in the meantime was working the party. Between flirting with all the boys, young and old, attempting to steal Chanel's presents and stealing cake, she was in paradise and of course she got to see her Molly. What more could a kid want...