New hair

Matt decided a few weeks ago that he wanted to try to cut his own hair to save money (and apparently many of his friends do it, so it must be cool! :))  So on Sunday afternoon, he cut his own hair (which looks really good).  But then we had a problem because Landon always goes with daddy to get his hair cut.  So we decided to be brave and cut Landon's hair at home.  It was funny because we said, "Landon, do you want to get a haircut?"  And he said, "I get sukder (sucker)."  He always gets one at the salon to keep him still.  But we had an even better plan and let him watch "cartnoons," which is actually Super Mario Bros. on the Wii.  He sit perfectly still and his hair turned out great (although a little short!)



Landon's new hair cut at home

  And Emmy of course wanted her hair cut as well so Matt had to pretend to cut her hair.  But the exciting news for her is that her hair has finally grown enough to put a bow in!

I also had to include these pictures (even though they don't follow the hair theme).  On Saturday, we went to a baby shower for my cousin, Erin, and her little girl Alaina.  Emerson absolutely LOVED the "bebe" as she called her.  I've never seen her love on somebody so much.  Thankfully Alaina didn't seem to mind! :)  She just wanted to hug and kiss her and everytime someone else wanted to hold her, Emerson had to go over and make sure she was alright.  It was precious!

Christmas (tree) Shopping DONE!

On Sunday, we made our annual trek to Wilfong's Tree Farm to pick out our tree.  The kids did a great job and it was probably the quickest we've ever found a tree.  It's a tad bit short, but pretty full and it's the 1st time ever the star fit perfectly the first time it was placed on top! :) 

We tried really hard to get Landon and Emerson to sit on Santa's lap to get a picture.  Every time we would get close Landon would yell, "NO, NO, NO!" and Emerson would start bawling hysterically.  I finally got Landon to go up to Santa when I told him he had to or he might not get anything in his stocking.  So he yelled from 3 feet back, "CHARS!" (cars)  I told him he had to get closer and we finally got a picture of him and Santa.  Emerson still bawled (but we didn't want to leave her out so her picture is included too! :) )

Both kids LOVE the tree.  Landon loves the lights and Emerson loves the ornaments (she smashed 3 when we were decorating). 

Happy Thanksgiving

"Gos is great, Gos is goot.  Let us than 'em for our food.  An our fends, and our famee.  Ahhhhmen."
This is Landon's version of our mealtime prayer...usually with some other people mentioned and things (like cheese, or big trees, or new trucks) at the end of the prayer.
God has given us sooo many blessings and that little boy is a big one!  Along with his adorable little sister too.  And of course, we can't forget the best daddy who loves them and takes care of them and plays with them like no one else can.
Another one of our many blessings is our family, near and far, who we get to see a lot of over the holidays.
Friends and making time to build and sustain relationships is important and something I try to appreciate every day.
And especially on days like today, I'm thankful for all things warm: a house, blanket, coat, and snuggies :)
I could keep going.  There are so many amazing things that God has blessed us with.  Most of all, I'm thankful to live in a country where God can be worshipped where ever you want.  He is the reason all of the above things and people even exist!

Trick or Treat!

This year we took both of the kids trick-or-treating at some relatives' homes. Landon mastered, "Trick-or-treat" very quickly and said it many times before anyone even came to the door. They did a great job in their costumes and very much appreciated their treats that they got. (Love everyone who thought to give them snacks instead of candy! :)).  Emmy loves the baby and necklaces that she got and Landon loves his brand new car and school bus. 

Walking right in to Gma's and Papa H's house

"What's in the bag?"

Looking at his new "ta-tahr" with Great Papa

Emmy showing Great Papa her "bebe"

Yeah...this is the best picture we got of both of them trick-or-treating! :)

Em loves to "love" her blankies and dollies by laying down on top of them and kicking her feet like crazy! :)

I think the kids had a great time on their "first" Halloween experience. (Last year we tried to go and our car broke down after 2 houses! )