Happy Trails

So we got our family pictures back this week from my friend and gifted photographer, Sarah. We couldn't be happier with them! I think this is my favorite picture ever!Besides obsessively looking at John Thomas' new cute pictures, we had some time to get out an about this week. Of course we are still doing our daily walk and the leaves are in their prime this week, so it's absolutely beautiful. John Thomas had his six month check up this week as well. He now weighs just over sixteen pounds and is 27 inches long! We also met Sarah and Charlotte downtown for lunch one day. One of my new favorite restaurants is Coolato Gelato. They have delicious sandwiches, quiche, and (of course) gelato. I have a feeling that these two are going to be spending their fair share of time as playmates.

John Thomas has successfully developed a taste for peas, green beans, and squash. I think he's just going to eat anything we put in front of him. On the other hand, he hasn't taken as easily to the sippy cup. This was our third try this week and it was the first time that the darn thing didn't cause a fit.

For the first time in six weeks, we had a weekend without company or without going anywhere. It was wonderful! We decided to take our first family hike yesterday. We loaded the car, packed our lunch, and headed to Frozen Head State Park. It was a perfect day; great weather, great scenery and family time. As you can tell from the picture, I was in charge of scaring away the bears! Now you really understand how talented our photographer is. Due to the lack of rain this Fall, we were actually able to eat lunch where there is usually a waterfall. John Thomas had an awesome time. He loved just watching the leaves fall like snow when the wind would blow.

I couldn't resist leaving you with one more photo of our little snuggle bear. I hope it makes you smile too!