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I uploaded tons of pictures to get caught up on blogging. But apparently the order in which you upload is the order that it posts, even if you publish the post later. Anyway I want all those interested to know that there is a post about Sam and Aydan after the State Fair post. Don't miss it!

State Fair

Our family loves the state fair! I especially love the food, namely the Navajo Tacos and frozen lemonade. Aydan loved the alligator show, the train ride and or course the Lego tents. This year they had tents with Lego's in them for the kids to play with, what a great idea. The only way we could pry Aydan away was to bribe him with a snow cone. I know it is a great parenting tool! The state fair is loads of fun and worth the millions of dollars you will spend on food, admission, parking, and rides.

Peter riding the bull, his favorite thing at the fair.

Sam and Aydan riding the tricycles. They have a cute little farm that the little ones can learn about animals and farmers. Very fun!

Sam and Aydan FFA!

Of course Aydan and Sammers loved the tractors and plows.

Sammers made friends the goats.

The alligator looking so fierce.

15 months sort of...

Sammers finally had his 15 month well baby check-up. He is still growing in the inches but not so much in the pounds. Sam weighs a whopping 22 lbs (21%) and is 33 1/2 inches (94%). He did have to get two shots his flu shot and vaccination. He cried while it was happening but stopped shortly after. He does pretty well until the next day. Of course he gets the fever, irritability and runny nose. Just when we get his sleeping under control he gets more shots and we have to start over! Sam is a handful but so much fun. He is always smiling and laughing. Have you ever seen a kid who will laugh when you have to wipe his nose, well Sam does! Apparently he thinks it is funny. The boys have so much fun wrestling and chasing each other. I really am glad that I have my two boys! Love you Sammers.

The serious Sam.

Sam lounging in the pool. Notice the lack of water or clothes.

Sam's cheesy smile.

Sam's favorite, getting in the cupboard and finding a snack. He never stops eating!

New found love, books! He has finally learned to sit still long enough to actually read some books. Lots of oohs and ahhs.

Where's Sam?

Sam really loves my sisters seeing eye dog. She doesn't mind Sam pestering her.

Of course Sam wants to be like big brother Aydan, backpack and all!

A New Preschool

A new preschool and Aydan is loving it. We have been very lucky to find a new preschool that Aydan loves, is learning a lot and the teacher Miss Mindy is awesome. Aydan just loves to go to school and loves doing homework. I love all the crafts that he is making and his enthusiasm for learning. Such a smarty pants!

Sammers and Aydan.

Aydan, Sammers and MiRanda.

Aydan all ready for school.

Cabin Fever

We spent a lot of time up at the cabin this summer. The cabin is a bit of a dive but it is still fun to be up in the mountains away from the usual routine. Aydan and of course Peter and Annie really enjoyed the 4-wheelers. We all just love getting on the 4-wheelers and taking a nice long drive. Of course we have to leave Sammers behind, he is not to fond of the 4-wheelers, they make him cry. This year we were lucky to see a ton of moose. Most of the time they are hard to find but this year they were in abundance, along with deer and even a porcupine. Now we just need to get Sammers to sleep better at the cabin and it would be perfect.

The family at the cabin. What a view.

Aydan and the 4-wheeler.

The leaves are already changing.

Sam and Lucy on a walk.

The grumpy moose. Moose always appear to grumpy to me.

Soccer

Aydan started soccer a couple of weeks ago and is loving it. The games are pretty funny to watch, a bunch of kids running around most of which have no idea what they are doing. Our dreams of Aydan becoming an international soccer star have been smashed. Although he really loves running around and enjoys the games he really does not get how to play. And he has made two goals. But we all have a good time watching the boys cheer each other on and giving hugs. It really is cute!

Aydan relaxing during his break.

Aydan actually kicking the ball!

Aydan looking a little serious.

Look at that stance!

Aydan in his uniform.

Just had to throw this picture in. We bought Aydan some cowboy boots and here he is posing. Isn't he so dang cute!