The Great Pumpkin Patch

Anyone who knows me, knows that I simply LOVE this time of year. I love pumpkins, carving them, Halloween, decorating the porch/yard with mums, hay, scarecrows, & eating anything with the word "pumpkin" in it. I think this time of year is one of the greatest times to see & appreciate God's beauty & splendor in all His creations. Happy Autumn!!

We took Pierce to a pumpkin patch and I must say, it was HUGE!! I don't know how many acres the Vala's own, but the place is FANTASTIC! Pierce had a ball! It was a little chilly that day, hence Pierce being all bundled up. We also met some people from B's work there, so the first few pics are by the campfire they had going. We had hot dogs & smores by the fire.

B had his "usual" roasted corn and he FINALLY got Pierce to understand how to bite it and then eat it. It was hilarious to watch, but B was SO proud that Pierce got it!!

While we were waiting for B to roast the hot dogs, Pierce was just cracking me up, so I took a few pics of him...too funny!

Last year, we had to hold Pierce up to the cut-outs. Well, this year, he was tall enough to stand by himself and he thought that was the GREATEST thing EVER!! His facial expressions were hilarious! He did NOT want to leave, but we had to journey on and pick out our pumpkins.

We finally made it out to the patch and again, Pierce thought this was awesome! He tried to walk over all of the biggest vines, which only seemed to grab his little ankles and pull him down. Because he was so top-heavy with all his clothing, he would bend at the waist and sort of fall, but his head would hit the ground first and he would catch himself with his hands. It was too funny! I would just grab the back of his coat and pull him back up~

It was a great family outing for the three of us~I'm sure we'll be back at Vala's Pumpkin Patch before fall is over.

Granny, You Are Loved & You Are Missed

Sadly, we lost Brandon's Granny on 11 Sep. She lived for 95 years and was a wonderful ray of light in all of our lives. She always made you feel loved and her sense of humor was something I so very much loved about her. We traveled to St. Louis for her funeral services and we celebrated the life of one of God's most amazing & perfect angels. Her funeral was such a fantastic & moving tribute to her love of Christ, her love for her family, her legacy at Central Baptist Church & how she touched so many people's lives. Words truly can't describe Frankie Grace Fullilove Scott, but her funeral services came as close as they could to trying. We love you, Granny & we miss you already.

These are pics of Marshall, Patrick (B & Marsh's dad), Pierce & B at Granny's viewing.

I know what you're thinking....we're all aware of how very much they look alike! ;)

These are pics before Granny's funeral.

Here are Granny's children (from the bottom left, clockwise): Uncle Cleve, Aunt Mabel, Aunt Susie, & Cle (B's mom).

Here are Granny's grandchildren & one great-grandchild (there are 2) with Uncle Cleve. From the bottom left, working clockwise: Uncle Cleve, Alicia, Darren, Marshall, Brandon & Pierce.

Brandon, Pierce, Uncle Cleve, & Marsh

Around The House

Here are a few pics of us around the house. Pierce was all about his tricycle (which is still a little big for him) & playing ball with us in the yard! So, he did end up in the mulch every now and again....it's all good!

Can I get a little help, please?

Are these not the cutest pics of a dad & his son playing chase together?!

Pierce was very intrigued by the grass, the hose, the mulch, etc.

How fine is my husband??!! Man...I am one lucky girl!

We bought Pierce his first bat & tee. At first he held the bat, like he was callin' for the fence...hilarious. He eventually hit the ball, but it was more of a chop than a swing. We'll keep workin' on it! Don't worry, though, the Phillies will be callin' in the near future!

I have no idea, but I love it!

A little sugar for Momma...