Thanksgiving/Christmas with the McLeans

Jim, Becky and Mark all came to visit us for Thanksgiving and we exchanged Christmas gifts at the same time since we will be apart this year. Amelia did well when it came to presents, with the rocking moose, giant ladybug, "winter purse", a Minnesota Wild fleece from Mark, among other things.

Celebrating the Holidays - a little early

In the last few days we've had some Christmas events. First we went to "Tour de Lights" in a nearby park. It was a nice night to walk. Amelia wasn't too impressed at the beginning, but got into it towards the end.

A few days later we went to the "Festival of Trees". Lots of decorated trees to look at. Amelia's favorite tree was the one with books surrounding it. She also liked the swing set they were auctioning off!

Halloween

This week we headed to the Pumpkin Patch again with our friends from playgroup then on Friday Amelia dressed up for Beggar's Night. We're not quite sure why Des Moines does Trick or Treating the day before Halloween.

Amelia kept trying to move the candy away from the door and ran away every time the door bell rang. Good job the weather was so bad that we only had three trick or treaters.

Thanks Grandma Becky for the outfit!

Sliding the Amelia Way

Amelia has added to her swinging expertise by mastering sliding. Here's some video and pictures of our recent trip to the park.

Pumpkin Patch

On the first sunny day in way too long we headed to Howell's Pumpkin Patch with Grandma. Amelia enjoyed the corn pit (once she got used to it), the hay rack ride and the corn maze but was a bit tired by the time we got to the looking for pumpkins bit.

Suzie & Tom Visit

Auntie Suzie & Cousin Tom visited us again for a few days. Amelia and Tom got along quite well but definitely have different personalities.

Pumpkins, purses, and dolls

Here are some recent pictures of Amelia around the house and out at a pumpkin patch. She has suddenly shown an interest towards Mummy's purse (not a good sign for Daddy). She also loves carrying around her dolls and teddy bears with the occasional hug. Hope you enjoy.