We actually didn't go picking until the day before Halloween - and it was slim pickins - most of the pumpkins were rotted and the patch was very swampy and marshy - regardless we had a great time and got some beautiful pumpkins. I think the kids had a fun time riding the tractor out to the patch. 
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It rained all morning on the way here and we were worried that the pictures weren't going to turn out because the sun wasn't wanting to shine - but the pictures were actually quite amazing with all the clouds and mist. It was beautiful and cold.
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Jared's parents came for a visit in October and we had a great time. We're so glad they came and we can't wait to see them again.
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Charlotte is my long lost second female half. We used to do everything together - we met playing soccer in high school, we were in theater together, we both ran for Miss Spanish Fork together, we spent every waking moment together, and we went swing dancing almost every weekend. We promised each other that we wouldn't get married until we were both like 27 or something and that we would see the world and have lots of fun until then. I haven't held up my end of the promise - but she has so far. Way to go Char. Anyway she came to see little old me out here in Virginia. Her stay wasn't long enough but fun just the same. We had a sleepover and went to Maymont. Come back to me soon Charlotte : )
We had our 5 year Anniversary yesterday on the 12th of September. We went out to eat at the Cheescake Bistro for dinner - the food was really good - I wish we would have brought the camera to get a picture - but we've been getting lazy with pictures these days. After dinner we went to a parking lot and made out.... just kidding - the last time that happened was ohhhh about 5 years ago. We went to a movie called "Traitor" - not romantic but very good - a really good "after-movie-conversation" movie. Jared is always an amazing gift giver he gave me 2 dozen roses, a hand carved jewelry box (gorgeous), chocolate (always a must for me) and some new clothes. He's such a thoughtful and sweet husband. It was an unforgetable anniversary. I can't believe it's already been 5 years. The time has gone by way too fast. I never would have thought 5 years ago that in 5 years I would be living in Virginia (still in school) with two beautiful children in all my life. It just goes to show that God has his own plan and that his plan will make us happier than we could ever imagine. My heart is so full of love and gratitude for the life and blessings that I have and it's all because of my amazing husband, my children, and my Heavenly Father. I can't wait to see what the next 5 will bring. I'm Lucky to be married to my best friend... (so cheesy but true)
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This was the weirdest flower Jared and I had ever seen. We just stopped and stared at it for a while trying to figure out what planet it might have come from. Beautiful though.
A beautiful setting can make any two chubby girls look pretty. Right Kendal?
So I'm like deathly afraid of bees - my husband makes fun of me but it's a real thing and I can't quite explain it. However despite the fear and serious hatred for them I find this photo to be gorgeous.
Chubbiness definitely runs in the family - "hello my two chubby angels"
Jared does most of the picture taking in our family - but I found one of him.
This was a great trip as well. It was so fun to see all the family and catch up. We just don't see each other enough. Cindy and Harry are always such perfect hosts and are so giving of their time and resources. Thanks for having us you guys and we can't wait to see you in November.
We went to Utah the last week or so of July to celebrate the 24th with the grandparents. It was a great trip and we really enjoyed spending the time with my family. I know how hard it is for them to not see their grandchildren very much and I know how much our trip meant to them. It was a great time had by all. So thanks mom and dad for showing us such a great time. The babies miss you and ask about all the time. Some nights before bed Talen and I will sing his favorite song (the happy birthday song) and he'll sing happy birthday to grandma and grandpa. It is the cutest thing ever.
So I know it's been forever since I've blogged but the summer got away from me too quickly and before I knew it I had two months to catch up on so slowly but surely I'll get caught up. This is a scrapbook page from Yorktown on the 4th of July - it was one of my favorite things we've done here in Virginia so far. The fireworks were great (even though they almost got rained out). Kendal was so tired by the end of the day that she slept through the 30 minute booming of the fireworks. Talen's favorite part of the day was definitely the horse ride and Jared and I loved eating at this old time, fine dining restaurant called the Carrot Tree Inn. Overall it was one of the best 4th's of July ever!
