Peakview Ward Halloween Party

Today was our ward Halloween Party. The kids had a great time playing on the haystacks, going on a hay ride, playing games, picking pumpkins, eating food and trunk-or-treating.

Jacob and Hannah coming out of the haystacks.

Hannah climbing on the haystack.

Hannah's face painting--a butterfly!

Jacob's face painting--a Jack-O-Lantern!

Ready for trunk-or-treating. Jacob is re-energizing himself by chowing on a cupcake.

Hannah after the trunk-or-treat.

Friday Halloween Fun

Today we went in to State Farm to visit Daddy at work. The kids got loads of candy and everyone loved how cute they were. Hannah was a cat and Jacob was a Dragon.

After visiting State Farm we went to Hannah's Preschool program. They sang several songs and then Mrs. Puckett sang a song about each child and their costumes. Hannah got to "meow" during her song. The crayon is her good friend Ethan Cole.

Preschool Field Trips

So far this year Hannah has had two field trips at preschool. The first one was to a dairy. The kids got to feed animals, watch cows being milked, watch a video about cows, and eat cheese curds and drink milk. Hannah was thrilled to come home and tell me all about the cows and how the dairy worked. We have since had many discussions about cows and about the color of cows and what kind of milk they produce. For example, brown cows make chocolate milk, right?

Next the kids went to a fire station and I was able to go with them. The kids eyes were huge the entire time. We got to see where the firemen sleep (with beds that fold out of the wall), eat and exercise. Their favorite room was the kitchen/living room. The firemen had a "huge" (arms sweeping) TV and three refrigerators. Then of course we got to go out and see the fire truck. Each kid got to sit in the front seat and "drive" the fire truck. Fire Man Jimmy told us all about fire safety and even dressed up in all of his gear so the kids would know what the firemen look like. Hopefully this experience will help the kids to not be afraid of them if they ever had to come and save them.

(Thank you Ashley for the pictures!)

38 weeks

This is me at 38 weeks pregnant. Definitely ready to go!

It's a Princess Party!

Hannah had a FABULOUS Princess Party!!! We had a great time with all of the Princesses who came to play with us. We did makeup and hair, colored pictures, made window sun catchers, played Royal Stomp Ball, made sugar cube castles, played Pin the Kiss on the Frog, opened presents and had a Castle cake with ice cream. Thank you friends for helping Hannah to have a great 5th birthday!

Kalie Holloway, Nayeli, Kennedy Voorhies, Isabelle Mellman, Zara Broadhead

Autumn Casey, Brielle Quilter, Hannah Luke, Brooklyn Walker, Jacob Luke & Madison Haring. (missing Jaden Burrows & Macey Richardson)

Kalie Holloway, Nayeli, Kennedy Voorhies, Isabelle Mellman & Zara Broadhead

The Princesses coloring Princess Pictures.

Princess Riley Cranston helping the Princesses with their makeup.

Peyton Cranston helping the Princesses with their hair and jewelry.

Each of the girls got a picture taken with Princess Riley and were then presented downstairs by the Queen Mom for the Royal Ball. Here is Princess Hannah with Princess Riley.

Prince Jacob with Princess Riley

Playing Royal Stomp Ball

Playing Royal Stomp Ball

Playing Royal Stomp Ball

Princesses getting new balloons tied on for the game.

Peyton Cranston (one of our helpers) and Jaden Burrows. They don't know each other but look exactly alike.

Opening presents.

Opening presents.

The Princesses are waiting to sing the birthday song!

Hannah with her castle cake.

Our Frog for "Pin the Kiss on the Frog" Game

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! By order of the King and Queen:

Princess Cami is cordially invited to the Luke Castle to celebrate

Princess Hannah’s 5^th birthday!!!

The royal celebration will begin at 3:30 in the afternoon on the 16^th of October, 2010. The king has asked that you come dressed as your favorite princess in your most royal attire. Upon your carriage’s arrival, princesses will be greeted by the royal servants who will prepare their hair and makeup for the occasion. The royal cook will prepare a feast of goodies for the celebration. There will also be festivities including a royal ball, games, crafts, and fun for all. Have your carriage arrive for you at 5:30 in the afternoon when the celebration concludes. Please RSVP with the Queen Mom at 339-9450 if you plan to attend this royal gala. The castle needs to plan for your arrival. This will be a magical celebration not to be missed!

Hannah's 5th Birthday!!!

Today is Hannah's 5th Birthday!!! It's hard to believe how much she is learning and growing every day. Hannah has become such a great helper and is great at doing her chores. We are so happy to have her in our family and we love the laughter and light that she brings to our home. Hannah has so much love and concern for everyone around her. She can make friends with anyone she meets and thinks that every person in the world is wonderful. Hannah, you will always be our little Princess.

We love you Hannah!

Hannah's favorite present... a Barbie Makeup Set!!! Check out the look on her face!

Socks

Hat

Shoes

Hannah is wearing her new Cinderella dress, wearing her new bracelets, and holding her crown. Grandma is holding up a cute wall decoration for Hannah's room.

Hannah's new coat from Grandpa & Grandma Powell... with the Cinderella dress and new shoes.

A cute dress from Grandpa & Grandma Powell.

BLOWING OUT THE CANDLES!!!

Jacob couldn't wait to dig in to his cupcakes. He had been waiting all day for it!

A cupcake in each hand.

Here is a short video of Jacob & Grandpa playing. Grandpa entertained Jacob for about 4 hours while Mom, Grandma, & Hannah were at preschool. Jacob loves Grandpa and seemed to have a great time with him today!

Hannah's Birthday at Preschool

Today is Hannah's 5th birthday! She was so very excited to go to preschool to be the leader, to have the class sing her a birthday song, to wear the birthday crown, and to pass out cupcakes for her treat. She was also thrilled to have Mom and Grandma visit preschool today to be helpers.

Here is Hannah helping Mrs. Puckett with her leader duties.

Hannah sitting in the birthday chair and receiving her birthday crown!

Hannah waiting for her birthday song.

Hannah feeling special.

Hannah working on her "jobs."

Hannah and Grandma passing out cupcakes for her preschool treats.

Snack time is ready for the kids!

Hannah's class waiting for snack time. Hannah is sitting next to Ethan Cole, her good friend.

As the leader, Hannah got to lead the class outside for play time. She loves to show us at home the signal for moving the line... "Toot! Toot!"