The Pumpkin

Thanks to a wealthy donor, the girls got to carve pumpkins this year.
I wasn't going to pay $11 for a squash we weren't going to eat!
At the store where the pumpkins were so high, the owner told the girls that if they could grow the pumpkins, he would buy from them next year. They now have great plans for a pumpkin patch.
(Thanks, Uncle Joe!)

Sore Throats

Last week Katie had a fever and sore throat. This week it's the older girls.
Fortunately, it seems to be over quickly, so we can catch up on our schoolwork.
Or maybe we'll never catch up, which is the theory I'm leaning toward at the moment.

5 Hour Energy Drink + Sunny Day = Cleaning Frenzy

I'm usually pretty frugal, but this little bottle, which goes for $3 at a convenience store, is my downfall.
If you want to have energy like a woman in her 20s, try it.
With the bright weather, and the 2 ounces of canned youth, I should be able to shake off the doldrums and get the house ready for Thanksgiving company.

My Weird Kids

I found these on the camera, so I'm posting.

Dogs on a Frosty Morning

When we woke up yesterday morning, frost covered the ground. Two doggies were sleeping in an adorable position before I snapped this. But even though Lily's head is up, they're still pretty adorable.

Tom Sawyer Style Painting

While my *little* brother was here, I made out how fun painting is. After that, I stood back and watched.

You Just Might be a Redneck

Better late than never. Right?
Here are the two brothers, enjoying a beautiful evening together after a hard day's work.