The first snow of the season

Our trip to Disney World

We survived the happiest place on earth. Well, Jailin did, her parents are exhausted. We went to Magic Kingdom two times because she enjoyed herself so much the first time. She went on so many rides and she seemed to like them all. She did of course have some favorites, the spinning teacups and the carousel or the neigh neighs as Jailin would say.



My favorite ride, the teacups. I went on many times, thanks Gigi!

Oh, glorious spinning!

Disney World, the happiest place on earth!

Jailin cracked us all up when she played in the water. This was her signature move.




I had John take her on this ride thinking that she would love to drive the car, but I didn't realize that she wouldn't even come close to reaching the steering wheel.


Mom and Jailin

I'm flying on Dumbo

My first trip to SeaWorld.

Jailin had a blast at SeaWorld. She enjoyed seeing all the animals, especially the fish or Dorothy as Jailin likes to call them. Dorothy is a reference to Elmo's pet fish. Yes, this is proof that she watches too much Sesame Street.

My first look at a stingray, it kind of looks like a Dorothy.




I love the neigh neigh and I think this is a perfect size for me.


Think, think, think... how do I do this?


Ahh hah! So much fun making loud noise!

Fun at the pumpkin patch

Jailin and her friend Luke refusing to pose for a picture

Jailin's first pony ride.

Baby won't you drive my car.

Grandma & Grandpa are here!

Grandpa and Grandma are here visiting and Jailin is loving every second! She has been refusing to go to bed since they've been here. It's been so much fun so far. We've been lucky with the beautiful weather so she has been entertaining them outside. Poor Joanie and Rene, they're exhausted!

Our day at the Scarecrow Festival

We had a wonderful time at the Scarecrow Festival this past weekend. As always, Jailin and Mason had a great time together. We were joined by Meg & Andy and Jailin's Grandpa, Rene. It was a beautiful weekend, very odd for October in Chicago. I am loving all of the festivals in the fall. It really is the best time of year.