Colton's Baptism

Colton's baptism was such a special day because it was on All Saint's Day. The church honored all of the people who went to heaven this year and lit a candle in honor of Mimi. It was a way for her to be part of the ceremony. Originally after he was born, Mimi said that she was going to join the church the day he was baptized. She was able to join in the hospital when she didn't think she would make it out of the bed again. It was an emotional day, but so wonderful as well. All of our family was surrounding us, and Colton was so good and didn't cry.

Bike Riding.....FINALLY!!

Ok, so we aren't totally riding, but at least we are trying. Austin refused to try to ride his bike ever because pedaling was just too hard. He finally is trying now! He always told me that he would try "when I turn 5." Well a few weeks short of turning 5 he decided to try. He pedals a little, and then just rolls down the hill, but it is progress, and that makes me happy. Braeden also joins in and tries to pedal his bike. So exciting!!

Just a little blackmail....

Halloween Time

Halloween week was a busy time. We went to the Fall Festival and had tons of fun at the petting zoo.

Our littlest Punkin'

The boys both got spray on tattoos.

Austin rode a horse.

And the most time was spent in the many bounce houses. Our neighborhood is so great, and they have so many activities for the kids each holiday. We are truly blessed to live in such a great place.

Of course Halloween just wouldn't be Halloween without carving a jack-o-lantern. This was the first year we actually got the boys to both reach in and help scoop out the slimy insides of the pumpkin.

For Halloween we had a crew of kids from Toy Story.
Colton's first Halloween costume...the squeaky toy alien.

Austin was Woody and Braeden was a toy soldier.

Austin's preschool class all decked out for the Halloween parade.

And Braeden's class too.

Halloween was a success, and we have more candy than we know what to do with.

Cereal Time!

Our little Butterbean has no problem eating cereal of course. His 4 month check up was fantastic. He weighed 17.9 pounds and was 27 inches tall. He is already wearing 12 month size clothes....keeping true to the big baby size of our Giffhorn boys! He has started to roll over onto his tummy, and likes to sleep there. He watches the dogs and his brothers so closely, I think he will be trying to get moving quickly so he can keep up!

Colton is the happiest baby! He smiles at just about everyone, and has the most expressive eyes. He is a charmer, a snuggler, and a precious gift from God! We love him so much!