Fun Friday with Pumpkins

When I was on maternity leave for a year with The Boss my Mom and I would spend many Fridays together.  It was rarely ever planned but by Friday I had done all the house work I could tolerate and I generally needed out of my house.  We nicknamed the day "Fun Friday".  It didn't really matter what we were doing as long as it wasn't house work.  My older sister was also on maternity leave at the same time and would join us from time to time.  Now we are both back at work but have Friday's off or at least work from home on Friday's so we have the mornings to do something fun with the kids to tire them out for naps.  Today we went pumpkin picking!  It was so fun!

Picking the right pumpkin is tough work....you need to check them over completely!

(These two love each other to bits...so cute!  I also love that completely unplanned they matched.)

 

I am so thankful for three healthy babies in our life, and time we get to spend together.  We had a great time looking at all the pumpkins and picking the best ones.

My favourite picture of The Girl from our adventure.  "Say Cheese"..."eeeze!"

Dear Last Year Me...

Little Miss Momma wrote a sweet posting called Letter To 16 Year Old Me.  It's super cute and a few ladies have since written their own version of it.  With Mother's Day right around the conner and The Boss turning one this month all I could think about was being a Mommy and how my perspective has changed.  I look at young girls (16) and fear for my daughter in the future.  I hope I am able to protect her and keep her pure as she grows up.  I hope I am able to guide her and love during the crazy teenage years.  Motherhood has been nothing like I expected it to be, and this is a very good thing.  I wish I knew a year ago what I know now!

Dear Last Year Me,

You are just weeks away,
from a life changing event!
You will not go late, like everyone told you,
so you better be prepared!

Labour will not be nearly as bad as people say,
you will actually enjoy it, drug free!
For the first time in your pregnancy you will feel a sense of control.
Don't get me wrong, it's no walk in the park, but you can do!

Our Team

When they hand you your girl, your nine months of hell is over.
You've convinced yourself you're baby is a boy,
so you will not believe them when they say "It's a Girl"!
Nothing in your life, will prepare you for this moment.

It's a Girl!

From this moment forward you will randomly tear,
at commercials,
photos,
and songs of worship.

You will be shocked at the speed your baby grows.
Your life is not over, but nearly beginning.
All of your stresses, worries, and fears will change.
You are a good Mommy and you LOVE every second of it.

You have never acted so silly,
so carefree,
and feel so comfortable in your own skin,
as you do when you're with your Baby Girl.

The Boss being silly right back!

You will sing to her,
talk to her,
and ask her opinion in public places even when she can't talk.
She will be your best friend under the age of twenty-five.

As you round year one,
You cannot imagine your life without her.
The Boss has filled your life in a way you could never have imagined,
and you thank God for her everyday.

Do not be afraid of this adventure ahead of you.
Life will always be scary,
so grab hold and enjoy the ride.
Cling to your Man, these are the best times of your live's!

Love,
Me