Goebberts with Great Grandma Jane - October 30, 2008

This picture of the two boys seemed to be the most appropriate to how my day there went. They were so naughty. Matthew ran in one direction, while Ethan went the other, both of them ignoring my requests for pictures. UGH!

One full diaper...

It's easy to forget to change a diaper in the middle of chaos. However, this was inexcusable. Poor kid!! He didn't even complain. NOT ONE TIME!!

Pumpkin Carving - October 30, 2008

We were a little late on getting the pumpkins this year and getting them carved. Bryan helped Matthew carve a very basic pumpkin and we even had a fire in the fireplace to help "set the mood." It was nice even though it seemed rushed. Regardless, all the boys seemed to enjoy gutting the pumpkin and using knives. :)

Halloween 2008

Thankfully this year Halloween fell on a Friday night. We had lots of stops to make and they turned into long stops and friends and family's houses. Matthew went as Darth Vader (obviously) since he's obsessed with anything related to Star Wars. Ethan started the night as the Queen's Guard but after much frustration on my part, he ended the evening as Mickey Mouse. Ethan was NOT a fan of the Queen's Guard costume. It was too big and uncomfortable for him. The night was beautiful and we had a lot of fun.

HILARIOUS!!

I've seen this done 1,000,000,000,000 times but I had to try it four myself. Knowing that Matthew wouldn't quite understand...he was the perfect candidate!! This is worth $1,000,000,000,000!!

Happy Birthday to ME!

We went to Maggiano's for my 31st birthday and it was DE-LISH! The desserts alone made my birthday complete!! Thanks to all who made my birthday special!! It is VERY much appreciated!!

XOXOXO
Aww, Natalie picked the perfect seat for a practicing Catholic!

The Ward Fam

Future President...or Future Schol & Associate Owner...(Marc Schol Jr.) :)

Ethan and Eli...cousins

Anarchy! Eli looks terrified of his Uncle Bryan!!

Check out the form on that kid!

The folks and I...Matthew snuck in too! :)

Indoor Camping

You can't tell, but they were in the pitch dark in the basement...CAMPING. Matthew set it all up on his own, complete with a bed, table and chairs, "food" and a flashlight...They LOVED playing in there! Oh...I forgot to mention, he moved a fancy lamp in there too for more light!! Oh my...the imagination!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!

For my parent's anniversary, we got a babysitter and met my parents, Tim & Natalie (Eli, too!) and my Aunt Lori and Uncle John for a martini class at Francesca's. They taught you how to mix martinis, taste test them and then sample their food. GREAT WAY to spend an afternoon. Happy 34th Anniversary, Mom & Dad!!

Ethan's 1st Haircut

Awww, I'm still sad about getting his hair cut. I wasn't planning on getting it all cut off, rather a trim to keep the long locks flowing. However, when people insist that he is a she, I realized it was time to get the BOY'S hair cut! I've heard "your daughter looks like Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter", and "your daughter is beautiful" and even, "you are so lucky to have one of each...will you have anymore children?"... Even though I'm not crazy about the new short 'do, I am certain that I won't hear any more daughter comments!!

The Wrigleyville Experience

Tim and Bryan got Cubs tickets and a luxe dinner at Francesca's in the city for Father's Day from my parents. We had great weather, great seats, a losing game, but good cold beer to keep it fun! It was a wonderful day in the city AND best of all, we were kid-free. My parents babysat all three kids for us! It was a WONDERFUL afternoon/evening! :)

"I won't lie...I need a beer."

Holy cow. Martin Luther might have been wrong!! Purgatory really does exsist AND THEY SERVE PIZZA THERE! Natalie was especially excited!! :)

Tim was smelling a little pungent at dinner! At least that was what the waitress told us after we all put on hand sanitizer. HOW RUDE!

The appetizer spread...YUM!

Bryan was really enjoying his pasta!

I'm really not sure what Tim was doing, but it sure is funny!

Bryan found his captain!! :)