Melissa means “Honey Bee” in Greek, so seeing Noelle in this costume is really special for me.  She has had a wonderful fall so far, and we are so happy together! 

How old are you?  Noelle is saying, “OOONNNEEE!”

I couldn’t stop laughing when I saw these two pictures!!! 

Halloween crafts! 

"There once was a Bumble Bee and a Lion,
who loved each other with kindred spirits"

Our little family got a really bad stomach bug, and it has been bad!  Noelle was sick Sunday night and a little on Monday, but she is much better now.  Mike and I were out for the count last night and today.

You should see our house – Noelle pretty much had her way with it today, and we were too sick to pick up after her.  Just think, Sunday night I had the laundry and dishes all done, the house was clean, and now it’s turned into emergency headquarters.  Oh well, these things happen.  Thanks for bringing us Sprite at 7:00 in the morning Jon!!!  You are our hero!  Really!

I have some more pictures I just can’t resist posting from our afternoon with Bailey.  I’m so glad Noelle got to enjoy her costume with him.  We will play dress up a lot with it throughout the year!

Who knew that Bee Movie is coming out this weekend?  That’s kind of fun.  Maybe we will take Noelle to see the movie in her costume.  Of course, I’d have to convince Mike that’s not too dorky… or maybe it is.  After all, I’m pretty much queen cheese around here!

Thanks for coming through Arlington and taking us to lunch –                  it was so wonderful to be with you!

Guess what Noelle spotted on a street post?

Mike and Uncle Jim enjoying the pretty day with Elley!

Park bench fun!

It’s a CLAW!

Noelle sandwich!

Noelle and Bailey – sweet little friends!

Giggles during a phenomenal game of chase!

I’m going to get you with my pretty wand!  Run as fast as you can!

Tiger, I’ve got you cornered! 

Tag, you’re it!  Noelle gave Bailey a sweet little hug…

Game on again!  These kids had more fun playing make believe!  They knew they looked unique and different and their little personalities were glowing! 

This afternoon is one we will never forget.  There are moments in time when you realize life is totally beautiful.  This was one of those moments in my life!  Thanks for sharing this beautiful afternoon with us Amanda and Bailey.  We love you!

The Eberts braved the increasingly cold weather and went camping this weekend!  Drew is the cutest little cousin in the whole wide world!

Bailey and Noelle checking out the new Fisher Price holiday toys!

Bailey was really showing Noelle his favorites – he was pointing and turning pages and she was definitely intrigued.  They are just too cute!

Tiger kisses Bumblebee!

Bumblebee fairy dust!

Playing chase!

I’m turning you into a pumpkin!

Our sweet little bumblebee!

Tiger smiles!

We had so much fun celebrating Momma-Kay’s birthday tonight!      Happy Birthday, Momma-Kay!