Halloween!

We had a great Halloween and so many kids stopped by! It was so nice to visit with neighbors and discuss the various costumes we saw ;) It was chilly too, which made it really feel like a nice, fall Halloween. Titus also had a great time as a little cowboy! He even wore real cowboy boots with heels! I wish we had documented his walk! All that was missing was a little cap gun, but maybe when he is older! We hope you all had a wonderful evening too!

Carving pumpkins.

Stepping out for an evening of fun.

Our sweet, happy cowboy!

A man on a mission.

Titus waving to our neighbors across the street! He had his sweetness factor up high so he could get some choice candy!

Our pumpkins!

Titus and Joel after Trick or Treating.

In lieu of any other weapon, Titus used a stick to ward off any unwanted visitors to his property.

Enjoying Halloween spoils, a.k.a. a Hershey bar!

Tractor!

Titus has a little John Deere tractor book that he really loves! I think that because we see tractors pretty much anytime we venture five minutes from our house really helps him to understand the story in the book. We made another trip to Johnson's farm for some apple cider and apple cider donuts and Titus just had to get up on the tractor.

Okay, this has nothing to do with tractors, but I wanted to show everyone just how helpful Titus is in the kitchen! He is so eager to be up with me when I cook or bake!

I can do it!

Little boy, BIG tractor!

He was so happy up there!

Pumpkin Patch Take Two!

We visited a farm earlier in the season, but didn't come away with a pumpkin, so we headed to a different farm (yes, we still live in New Jersey) with our neighbors and friends, Ben, Erin, and sweet Sam. It was a gorgeous day and the boys had a blast picking out pumpkins. Next up is some carving!

Titus and Sam checking out the selection.

Erin and I have told the boys they are going to be buds whether they realize it or not. Here is Titus trying to hug the life out of Sammy.

Riding in the wagon.

He had to climb up for a better view.

Mama and her boy!

Princeton!

I was really eager to check out Princeton, which is about forty minutes north of us, so I decided to take advantage of the weather and head on up. It is such a sweet little town and the architecture is gorgeous! As you are crossing the river into the borough of Princeton you can see people rowing down the river. It is just picturesque.

Titus pointing out the tall buildings.

Hello Fall!

Titus loved this Princeton Tiger.

He even gave it a kiss!

Sea World

We decided to forgo Disney World so that Joel can experience that with us and instead went to Sea World, which was a blast! Titus loves animals, especially fish and birds, so he was in heaven!

Pointing at the seahorse.

Checking out the rays.

So, I thought I was still 18 and could ride roller coasters without getting sick. I was proven wrong. This is the first one, and I am in the pink shirt on the end. This was not so bad, but the second one, Manta, did me in. Great job Mom for this picture!

The cool dude watching for mama.

The dolphin show. It was spectacular!

Amazing.

There was not a Shamu show because Shamu just had a baby the day before. They let us in to meet the little one.

So little...

We had a great time on the carousel.

There was a splash pad for the little one. Titus started off slow at first.

In less than two minutes, he was drenched.

Soaked to the bone!

Checking out the ladies:)

We had to buy him a change of clothes, but he had such a good time!

Baby dolphin close up.

Zonkered at the end of the day!

Florida Part Seven O-Town

After the wedding we headed to my Aunt Sue and Uncle Mike's in Orlando. This was truly my home away from home when I was in law school and later when I practiced in Florida. It was great to be back!

Titus exploring the yard. My Uncle Mike has my granddaddy's green thumb!

Titus was in love with my aunt and uncle's dog, Meyer. He followed him everywhere. When he woke up, he searched him out and Meyer is really the best dog!

Grammy and Titus soaking their feet! Titus and I eventually got in, but it was so cold we hopped right back out!

A couple of years ago Uncle Mike helped redo the kitchen and I had not seen it until this visit. My Aunt Sue is a great cook and baker, so this kitchen was fitting. I loved it, especially this red tiled back splash that went all around the kitchen that my Uncle did all on his own. Great job!

The boys and their toys.

Florida Part Six The Wedding!

The wedding was held at Kanapaha Gardens in Gainesville. It was gorgeous!

Excited for the main event!

Trying to hold cousin Madison's hand.

Titus playing with 'inappropriately dressed' Ken, as Justin would say.

The precious kiddos.

Justin and Titus in the maze.

Brad and Ina.

My cousin Beth and her boyfriend, Mitchell.

Please do not disturb me, I am eating cake.