Punkin Patchin

 Our annual trip to the apple orchard/pumpkin patch took place last weekend.  As always, we had a great time!  Its so much fun to go somewhere each year and have the kids growing up with the tradition.

 Senior picture post - what a ham ball!!

 The jumping pillow is always a hit and lucky enough the dads can get on too :)  Check out Tate's air time!

 These were new this year and I totally think we should be one.  The kids were hilarious on these (and the dads too)

 Teagan and Kate went down the potato sack slide an uncountable amount of time.  Each time they tried a different method to try and go faster.  They are their father's daughters.

 The apple slingshot.  It starts with the kids doing it and ends with the dads and grandpa.  It takes some serious strategy people!

Check out that form.  He is on his way to slingshot greatness!  If anyone is in the Ames area and you have a chance you should definitely visit Center Grove Orchard.  Good times will be had by all!

Football Fun Day!!

We were fortunate enough to be able to take in an Iowa football game last week and it even ended in a Hawkeye victory :)

 On our way to the game we met up with some tailgating friends.  I know...just about the cutest things ever, right?

 Enjoying the pregame view.  Sorry, I got caught up in the game and didn't take any pictures of the actual game.

 The kids' hero.  Austin was hurt for this game and luckily we had a bye week after, so hopefully we can get back to watching him on the field.  You know, the Saturdays where we have to pause every offensive play and see exactly where Austin is :)

An added bonus is Kiley!!!  My kids are totally in love with her and always have been.

It was an amazing family day together and we are blessed to have the chance to experience it!