Nick and I took a break from the kids to go to Puerto Rico! We took a rain forest tour and hiked up a river. We repelled down an 80ft waterfall and took three zip lines to get back. It was a lot of fun. We decided that we needed to do a harder hike on our own. We hiked 2 miles deep into the rain forest and found some secluded waterfalls.

We spent some time in Old San Juan, explored a castle, snorkeled for seashells and found a deserted beach. It was nice to have a break and spend alone time with each other, but I am happy to be back home with my family!

Halloween

The day started out with Franken Toast (french toast dyed green with whip cream and raspberry jelly). Then we headed over to the church to participate in the trunk-or-treat. My friend Shantell bought the cany and we decorated our trunk.

It was such a nice night last night! Not too cold and so much fun. Sienna was dressed as a zoo keeper, Marseille was a giraffe and Tallinn was a monkey. I was a tiger and daddy was supposed to be a bunny but he found a mask that he felt more comfortable wearing.

Sienna and Marseille had a great time. Marseille really got it this year, she didn't slow down all night. Sienna fell asleep in the wagon!

Hope everyone's Halloween was a great as ours. I love my little family so much!

Nick's Birthday

For Nick's birthday this year we decided to be a little silly. We went to Chuck E Cheese's! We had fun, the pizza was good a little pricey but yummy. Ian and Jack were reluctant to come but I know they had a good time.

My favorite part was watching the girls on the rollercoaster ride! It wasn't a real rollercoaster, it just went up and down with the screen. They always put their arms up in the car when we go down a hill.

Here's Tallinn's favorite face to make lately. I think he's just sucking on his lips, but it sure is funny!

Sienna had her first day of her second year of preschool on Wednesday! She now goes three times a week instead of two. Marseille definitely missed her big sister, but it gives me time to just spoil her while Tallinn sleeps.

Sienna is in the advanced class this year. We've been working on trying to sound out her words and soon she'll be able to read to her siblings.

I really love her preschool. The Little Learner's Academy has done great things with Sienna's attention span. She's learned to listen to directions a lot better.

The first day Sienna didn't even want me to walk her in! She told me "Just drop me off mommy, I've done this before." My heart was so full of pride and sorrow at the same time. I still walked her in though!

Bye Bye Summer

This was so much fun! Big water slide and sprinkler's under the trampoline. Good Times.

It sure has been a long summer and I'm so excited to bust out the Fall decorations! I've been pretty busy with three little ones to take care of. We had a fantastic birthday for the girls. We've been fishing and camping, going to the water park. What a great summer.

Sienna fell asleep out on the boat. Marseille caught her first fish. She walked around the campground showing everyone how she "caught fish at Fishlake." She's hilarious!

Here is our new swingset!!! Yes, our lawn looks bad but it always had :( The girls are loving it though. The slide is a little too fast for Marseille but she'll get used to it.

It took Nick, George (Nick's father), and Jack (our uncle) 2 1/2 days to build. Three hours alone to sort the bolts and standard NUTS. HA HA HA.

Surgery

I just wanted to let everyone know my surgery went well! There is no cancer and my doctor got everything that needed to come out. I've got to go rest now.

Cinderella of a modern time...

I love Heidi!!! You will too... just look at the amazing photography that she does. She does onsite photos and brings all the props to you. The photos that she and her husband can create together will melt your heart. Here is her link and please use her for your next family, newborn or any occasion shoot!

http://heidijphotography.blogspot.com/

He's Here!!!

Tallinn weighed 7 lbs 9 oz and 20 inches long. Born at 5:28 with two pushes - GO MOMMY!!!
Everyone is doing well, but sleepy so we're keeping this short.

39 Weeks and still counting :(

We'll I am officially 39 weeks preggers and feeling it too! The doctor won't induce me tomorrow unfortunately, but it's for the best. I'm not sure I'm quite ready to take on three rugrats all by myself. I'll keep everyone posted, I am having contractions so he might just make a surprise entrance after all.

I just wanted to share with everyone my best friend. He is such a great dad and I love him so much! These are some pictures that Sienna took of him, he's a good sport. I love you baby :)

How many weeks pregnant?

This is Sienna and Marseille on a good mommy day. We got cupcakes from our "cupcake store" (Harmon's) and played outside until we got tired. Spring fever has hit us hard and we can't wait to play outside more often. Curse you aqua snow!

This is a picture of the girls on my tired day, movie in a tent with plenty of provisions. How am I supposed to keep up with these two, I can barely talk on the phone without getting out of breath!

Anyways, if the doctor is going to induce us, and that's the only way I know how, we will know on our Wednesday appointment. I will keep you all posted.

My fun blog!

Here is a link to my passion: Gardening. I decided to record my garden this year online. This will be my third year cultivating our piece of earth and hopefully I'll get it right!

http://smithfamily-ourgarden.blogspot.com/

Please visit and make comments, love you all!

Getting closer!!!

Winter is almost outta here! Lots of pictures for you to enjoy :)

We've only got about 5 more weeks until the newest little member of our family is here! I think he dropped today because I can breathe again. There's actually room for some food in my stomach now. If you've been pregnant, you know exactly what I'm talking about. I'm down to weekly OBGYN visits, and hopefully I can keep updates going.

We'll definitely post when the baby gets here, we're hoping to get induced March 20th.