The Adventures Of Our Little Family Of Three

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Halloween 2010 - Riley's First Trick-Or-Treat

Happy Halloween! Riley sure did have a blast trick-or-treating for the first time! My mom and I took him to "Haunt The Zoo" on Friday night, where he got to walk through a very decorated Halloween trail and get lots of attention and candy. Here are a few pictures from his adventure:

Waiting to get into the zoo...
 Trying to open the treasure chest...

 Riley's terrified face...
 Riley and I...
 Riley and Grandma Peggy...
 Sitting with the pumpkin...
 Headed home...and not tired a bit!

Riley even got to go trick-or-treating on our street...he absolutely loved running around. He ran his grandma and I ragged. He really enjoyed seeing all the kids come up to the door. He got so excited and would try to escape to go with them...then he'd cry once they left. He thinks he's about 4 years old. Here are some shots from that adventure:

Heading out to the neighbor's house...

 He can't say trick-or-treat...but he knows how to hold his bag up for candy...
 Getting some goodies...
 Riley with Grandma Peggy...
 This was his sad face...he cried every time the trick-or-treaters walked away...

I hope everyone had as much fun celebrating Halloween as Riley did! He's zonked out after so much fun!

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Pre-Halloween Party

Last weekend, Jon and I had the opportunity to attend a Halloween/Birthday Party for some friends in Norman. We had so much fun, and I thought I'd share a couple of pictures to show you our costumes. I was 'Little Red Riding Hood', and Jon was a 'Pimp'.




Riley stayed the night with Grandpa Jeff and Grandma BJ. He really enjoyed his time with them, and I don't think it hurt that they spoiled him rotten, and got him a 'Happy Meal' for dinner. It's always nice to get out of the house for a night out, but Jon and I both missed Riley so much, and agreed that things were just weird without him around. We love our little guy.

I was fumbling through pictures on my phone, and came across what has to be one of the most hilarious pictures I've ever taken of Riley. So, I thought I'd share it with all of you.


I'm guessing the thought going through his head was. " WHOA! What is this thing?! This has got to be the best food ever!! How do I get more?!" ;)

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Fall Is Finally Here!

Jon, Riley and I are so happy that the Fall weather has finally decided to reveal itself here in Oklahoma! The nights are getting cooler...and it's almost sweater weather! Here are a few of my favorite things from Fall 2010 so far...

Making fun Fall decorations...




 Baking carrot cake or pumpkin spice bread...



And last, but not least....


Seeing my little boy dressed up in his Halloween costume! (Sorry this picture is blurry....Superman holds still for no one!)

I'll be sure to post pictures from Riley's first trick-or-treat experience in a few weeks. Jon and I are heading to a Halloween party on Saturday, which should be a blast! I hope everyone has a Happy Halloween!

Friday, October 15, 2010

Getting Ready for OU Football

Is anyone else as into Oklahoma Football as Jon is? Probably so. One thing is for sure, Riley is Sooner born and Sooner bred...


My dad got Riley this cute little OU windsuit...he absolutely loves it! (Mommy does too, because he looks so adorable in it) My little baby is growing into such a big boy! I love him so much.

Pumpkin Patch

Last weekend, Jon, Riley and I decided to venture out on a beautiful Saturday morning for a trip to the Norman Pumpkin Patch. There were so many things to do once we got there. The patch is located on a family farm, complete with farm animals, tractors and miles of corn.


Riley really enjoyed seeing all the animals. He also loved running around the grounds. He has become quite the little escape artist, as he has learned how to run.



After Riley got his fill of visiting the animals, we embarked on our next adventure: hay-ride.




After the hay-ride, Riley took us through the hay maze. He was so cute! Jon and I got to see our little boy problem solve.





We successfully made it through the hay maze, and then proceeded to let Riley play.




Then it was time for some photo ops...Riley hung out with the 'Peanuts' Gang, and got a picture with 'The Great Pumpkin'




For the last leg of our fun-filled trip to the pumpkin patch, Riley got to pick out his very own pumpkin! This was quite a process, but absolutely adorable to watch him in action. He was so curious...





After researching the pumpkins, Riley finally found "the one"... He was so tired, and had to take a break for some milk.



He was so proud of his little pumpkin, and held it in his lap the whole way home.


Jon and I really enjoyed taking Riley to the pumpkin patch. It really was fun for all!


We will definitely make this a family tradition...We can't wait for our pumpkin patch adventures next year!


We hope you all are having a fun Fall!

Friday, October 1, 2010

The Great State Fair of Oklahoma....2010

 This past weekend Jon, Riley and I ventured out to the Oklahoma State Fair for a day filled with fun, family, and of course food! Riley really enjoyed the children's petting zoo....but he most of all enjoyed getting to try some new foods. Riley tried a cinnamon roll, fried cheese nuggets with jalepeno ranch sauce, and chicken on a stick. We met up with Kenton, Allie and Caroline, and the two babies had so much fun playing. My dad and step-mom also came out for a bit to walk around with all of us. It was so much fun, and we look forward to going next year and introducing Riley to amusement park rides (the kiddie-rides, of course).

Riley and I walking around the fair...

Riley & Caroline petting the bunnies...

Jon and Riley

Take one: Riley slinks away, as I try to take his and Caroline's picture...

Take two: Riley clobbers poor little Caroline...

Riley got to sit in a truck in the car barn...

Jon and Caroline...wearing the right colors.

Caroline's crawling....so cute.

Riley and I after a long day at the fair...

Daddy and Riley after a long day at the fair...
Family picture at the fair

I hope everyone is having a great week...I promise not to neglect this blog anymore!