Raking the leaves

It was a nice day out on Saturday so Jason decided to rake the leaves while I winterized all of our summer outdoor items. Andrew decided that he would help daddy. He loves the leaves and had a blast jumping into the pile.

Carving Pumpkins

We carved pumpkins for Halloween. We learned from our experience last year and decided to purchase a kit. It was the best $5 I think I ever spent. Andrew was not a fan of the yucky stuff inside the pumpkin. He kept saying yucky and would not touch it. Here are some photos of our pumpkins.

Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo. I think the pictures say the rest =)

Minnesota 2010

Andrew in the airport on our way to MN.

Tiff and Brylynn by the lake.

Lleyton Fishing

Lleyton and Andrew with there pumpkins

Brylynn with her pumpkin.

Kent showing his grandkids how to fish.

One of the Master chefs.

We flew up to visit the Black and Baldry family over labor day. It was a ton of fun and we had great weather. The Blacks had a surprise for us and showed us there new house. It is awesome and we can't wait to visit next year and take advantage of the lake. Andrew loved being up there as he was spoiled. Gwen and Kent (Tiff's parents) had a garden full of pumpkins and gourds and the kids got to go and pick there own pumpkin. Andrew loved it. He also got to do some fishing and loves touching the fish (yuck!).

The Knackstedt invasion

Andrew swimming in the pool

Bridget, Brooke, and Me

Andrew eating a popsicle

Cole eating a popsicle

Coles funny face

We went to visit the Aufman clan last weekend. It was a much needed relaxing weekend for mom. Erica spoiled me by doing everything. It was nice being waited on hand and foot =) She made an excellent steak dinner on Friday night and had the family over for a cookout on Saturday. Andrew loved playing with his cousins in the kiddie pool and eating popsicles with them.

Jerry and Sandy

Andrew driving the boat.

Pointing to the ducks.

Andrew and the big Fisherman.

Feeding the Squirrels.

Showing Daddy and Jerry how to fish.

Catch of the day.

Group shot.

We went to Michigan this weekend to visit our good friends Jerry and Sandy. We had such a great time. It was a much needed relaxing weekend. Jerry taught Andrew how to feed the squirrels and he loved it. It was neat to see the squirrels come down after Andrew put the cheerios in the bowl. Andrew went swimming in Jerry and Sandy's blow up pool. Jerry also surprised Andrew by putting a little fish in the pool with him and he loved it. He was trying to catch it with his net. It was super cute. We had a really good time and look forward to visiting next year.

Ohio State Fair

We went to the Ohio State fair last night and had an awesome time. If you ever get the chance to visit the fair I highly recommend going. There is so much to do for all ages. We saw the sheep, chickens, ducks, turkeys, cows, and horses. Andrew loved seeing all the animals. He was not a fan of trying to pet them though. He held on extra tight when we got close. We did go to the petting zoo part and he did like feeding all the animals. Here are a few pictures of our adventure.

4th of July Parade

We went to the Westerville 4th of July parade. Andrew loved the airplane that flew overhead at the beginning of the parade. I do have to say it was pretty cool. He also loved the firetrucks and the loud noise they made. He got a balloon from one of the groups and he would not let go of it. I think he has an obsession with balls and now balloons.

Visiting my Aunt Mary Pat and Uncle Jim.

I took a half day Friday and we went and visited with my Aunt Mary Pat and Uncle Jim. My cousin Colleen was even in town for the weekend so we got to hang out with her to. We had a really great time and were spoiled. The food was so good. I think Jason wanted to stay forever since he does not get home cooked meals like that from me =) We got to hang out by the pool and Andrew loved the water so he had a blast being there. On Friday night we went to the Dover Park and rode some rides. Andrew loved the train but hated the merry go round. It was not so merry for him =) He has learned what a duck says so every time he saw the duck he would say "quack, quack" It was cute.

Andrew's trip to the lodge

We went down to Athens a few weekends ago and took Andrew with us. My family joined us down for a mini family vacation and we had a blast. Andrew loved fishing, but did not really like touching the fish. My uncle Jim and Dad had a great time out on the lake catching fish. It was a much needed break from home. We ate really really well and enjoyed the company.

Andrew goes fishing

We took Andrew out to a little pond by Rich and Krisitine to see if we could catch some fish. It turns out we have a really good fisherman on our hands. I felt bad for the fish since all Andrew wanted to do was touch its eyes. We did not let him poke the little guys eyes out and placed him back into his home.