Minnesota State Fair

Of course we can't let summer finish without going to the Minnesota State Fair.  Nate & Liz and their boys joined us (it's become a tradition now), and we had a good time eating unhealthy things and the kids had a blast on the kiddie rides!  Even though the pictures don't show him, little Charlie was with us too.  He just didn't go on rides or eat ice cream (which apparently was when we pulled out the camera).

Ice cream...best part of the day

Charlie "Walker"- 15 Months Old

The past month has been a big one for our Charlie.  He started walking a few weeks ago, and now he's mastering the skill, walking quicker and walking longer distances.  What's also incredible is the rate in which his teeth have come in...now 12!  At his recent doctor's appointment, we learned that his head circumference continues to above average (BIG), but otherwise, he's a small guy!  My new favorite word Charlie says is "bay-bee" (I think he's getting ready to be a big brother... ).  Charlie lights up when he sees daddy's face on the computer (Skype) when he's away on a work trip and just absolutely adores Adeline (he's so amused by her...it's quite funny).  Our boy is growing up so fast...

Swimming

Our kids LOVE the water, and there's nothing like having a FABULOUS pool 5 minutes away...

A Princess Dress

Adeline woke up this particular morning and said "oh, I want to wear my princess dress now..."

Eating her breakfast...

I'm not sure how long this "playing in the kitchen" will last for Charlie, but for now, he happily obliges and plays with his big sister.

Adeline looking very impressed at little brother's skills

The work of a fabulous face painter at our neighborhood block party...

We have a block party every summer, and all of the activities they have for the kids is quite over the top (there are ALOT of kids!)!  It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon, and we had a blast spending time with our neighbors.

HER expression...priceless

HIS expression...priceless

Looking ahead...

The bedding on our baby cradle is once again back to PINK...

A baby girl will arrive in November...

Blessings overflowing...