Black Island Farms

It took two attempts, but we finally made it to Black Island Farms, our local corn maze, hay ride, pumpkin patch, and all around good fall time! We were joined by Grandma and Grandpa Judson, Kenzie, Nana & Poppi, and Skyler & Monica. I hope we get to do this for many years to come. I may not love fall (only because it means winter is coming . . . ), but I love the fall festivities!

And I thought cornflower was just a color!



Kenzie, looking cute as always, and Taylee refusing to cooperate with photo ops, as always.

 

Duck Racing!





Hay slides! Fun for everyone!




Skyler and Monica, canoodling in the corn maze.



Fall Family Fotos

While taking this year's family photos I learned it is hard to hold a smile for a looong time while the photographer works her tushy off trying to get a smile out of your daughter! But, alas, I think we got a good one! Now, if only I could go back and rethink Taylee's outfit. Hmmmm.

So grateful that I married into this wonderful family!

The Judson kids: Mark, Scott, Shelly, and Kent

The poor photographer had her work cut out for her with this one!

Thanks so much Grandma Judson for organizing this photo shoot! We are so grateful for all you do!

Fall for the zoo

Kent and I were lucky enough to take another trip to the zoo with Taylee in September, and this time we were joined by Grandma and Grandpa Judson, Uncle Scott and Kira. The more the merrier for us, and we had a blast. It was our first opportunity to check out the new Rocky Shores exhibit at the zoo. It was super cool! It looks like they are making even more fun and exciting changes to the zoo. Can't wait for next summer!

My Cheesy Pleasy. Rarely do I catch a full grin on camera. So cute!

Not cute at all. But super cool!

Me, my girl, and the giraffes. Hopefully a future sight of zoo improvements!

Cute Stuff at Rocky Shores. Checking out the polar bear.

Two little Monkeys playing at the zoo . . .

Grandma and Kira, waiting for Taylee on the carousel

Beautiful, Three Year Old Taylee

I am so excited to finally get to share these amazing photos of my beautiful little sweetheart. My friend Whitney, currently a nurse and part-time photographer (soon to be a full time photographer in my opinion!), set up an adorable little tea party, and voila! Taylee and Whit were best buddies. The beauty of Whitney's photography skill is matched only by my lovely daughter. And, nope, I am not at all biased!