Saturday, November 26, 2011

Hallow-rain

Yes, it rained on our Halloween - it rained a LOT and we learned that cleat and wet driveways don't mix!  However we jumped from house to house for almost an hour before the big rains started and got lots of loot!  The kids had a blast (even in the rain... different story for the parents!)

Riley was a belly dancer, Lexa a pink pirate, and Kyle was Troy Polamalu - hair and all! As always, Ri hated dressing up and searched to find the most comfortable costume (this one you step right into - similar to one piece PJs!)  She is already hoping for a similar costume for next year, however in the form of a bunny. 

Kyle has entered a new phase of life (that I'm not sure ever ends, considering Eric is still in this phase as well!)  He lives, breathes, and sleeps football!  All he ever wants to do is play, watch, or discuss football.  He already knows more about the game and players than I do! (ok, that probably isn't saying too much!)  It is hilarious!  He has also decided, that although he really liked soccer, he liked t-ball more, and he is sure he'll like football the most (once he gets to start playing on a team!)



Halloween playdate with Grace!

 Another update on Riley - she got her 1st First Grade report card and received all "S's", which is as good as it gets!  According to her teacher, she is above grade level and a pleasure to have in class!  
We ran into Cami, the young vampire, at the neighborhood parade

Are you scared, I know I am!


Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Our baby girl turns 7!!

It is beyond crazy to think that our baby girl is 7 already!!  She amazes us every day with her amazing amount of insight and huge heart!!

This year, Ri and 8 friends (including Kyle and Lexa of course!) went to build-a-bear and then back to our house for pizza and cupcakes.  Riley didn't want a cake this year - she and all the kids decorated their own cupcakes (one to eat now and one for later!)  It was a fun (and loud) evening!!

We love you Riley!!

(note from Eric - the Steelers last played and beat the Patriot, with Brady playing for the Patriots, three days after Riley was born until this past weekend - 3 days after Ri's bday, the Steelers beat the Patriots!!)