Disney in December

Liv's squad won 1st place at regionals, and so we went to
Disney this past week for the national competition.Liv with her dad the morning of her competition.

They had a "parade" for the cheerleaders right before the awards ceremony. The coaches gave all of our girls boas and tiaras - very cute. And Olivia's squad won 5th in the nation.

We love you Buzzz!

Norway in Epcot. Needless to say, everyone was watching these three.

MGM studios the night of the Pop Warner Party.

Our Santa Visit

This year we had a "santa" come to our house to pay Ian a visit. I bought a ticket from the Garden Club here in Hattiesburg for this fun-filled event! Ian loved seeing Santa last year so I knew this was something that I just had to do....well, maybe not!


Here is Ian, 10 minutes BEFORE Santa's big arrival.


Ian wanted nothing to do with Santa and had the death grip on his Daddy the entire time.


"Why are you at my house?"


Finally, before Santa left, Ian gave him "five" but that was it! He wouldn't even get down to walk around. Jeff had to hold him the whole time....

Pictures from NC

Matthew having a really good dream!


Mommy and Ian at Emily's football game...brrrr


Loving on Liv


Daddy and Ian before the game all bundled up for the cold weather.


Ian was showing Granny that Nanny has teeth!


Emmie getting a little Ian love!

Halloween in North Carolina

Ok, the only reason this picture made it is because some of you have been requesting shots of the growing belly...this is the only one I could find. Its not a great view but I think you get the idea!


We weren't too sure if Ian would dig the costume but he was totally checking himself out. He loved being the lion!



I just love the way he was dragging that heavy bucket! Very intense!


We took him Trick-or-Treating on our old street in Clemmons. Here are two of our old neighbors giving Ian some candy.

Then and Now!

We went to the pumpkin patch again this year and after seeing the pictures, I had to let you all see the "then and now". Its amazing how much Ian has grown and changed in a year! I'm a little teary!!



Here are a few more pictures from the past few days. Its been so nice outside and we have been enjoying it! As you can see, Ian doesn't really stop and pose for the camera anymore...they are all action shots now!


I'm a big boy now...out of my way!




The church that sponsored the pumpkin patch had a praise band singing. Ian was entranced by the music. The pumpkins were number two or three on the "things to do" list!

Seattle

Outside of Pike Place Market, one of the famous Seattle spots. (This is where they throw the fish.)
His first plane trip. He was an awesome traveler.
It was quicker and about the same price as a taxi, so Ian had his first Limo ride.
Ian and Caryn dressed for Seattle's weather.
At the zoo with a rather large bear.
Ian loved the Carousel.
A family photo at the Space Needle. Mt. Ranier is in the distance behind us.
Ian loved the Children's Museum. Water play was a big hit.

Recent Happenings

Helping Daddy wash the cars.

A day at the park.

With Anderson at Mimi's Birthday Party (trying to steal her iced tea).

Better Homecoming Pictures

Homecoming 07

Em was elected to the Homecoming Court.
After much shopping, hair and make-up ... she looked beautiful.
She won Junior class princess.
With her assigned escort
With her preferred escort.

Only 81 days left!!!

Hey, can you believe that Christmas is this close? Are the Fitzgeralds ready to draw names for Christmas? Who's in charge? I'll be happy to do it this year and get back with everyone. Let me know in the comments!

The clock is ticking....