Before school photo shoot!!!

These pics were taken the other day before school! What a precious little girl!

Silly head band my friend made for her. It is a little big but ended up being pretty cute!

Layla's "I didn't do it face"..haha.

She knows she is pretty stinkin cute!

Striking a pose!

A-Choooooo

Today my little man stayed home sick from school which meant I was home too. He started with a cough and runny nose this past weekend and last night all that was followed by a ugly fever. With some apple juice, Tylenol, Toy Story, and sleeping into nine o'clock...I think someone might be feeling a little better.

Poor little guy! He was extra sweet and cuddly this morning (which can be rare with a two year old)

I think this weather change literally has everyone "down".

Whining for some juice. Not much of an appetite but always room for some AJ.

Ahh much better. Binky and AJ!

After some much needed rest and Tylenol, Carter started feeling a lot better. I think he has a good old fashioned cold.

November Already!

Unwinding after Halloween last night sure was exhausting for this mama. I think last night was the latest the munchkins have ever been up since they were both born (I have every intention of making it their last for a while). Although some of you may think 10:00 o'clock is not late, it is very late when both your children are use to being in bed by 7:30. It is hard to believe it is already November..Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. Here are some pics of the kids unraveling after school today. It was definitely a early night for this Hardin household.

Layla already has her shoes kicked off with the help of her brother and it looks as if she is working on her tights.

Carter decided that he would not help Layla any further and decided that Thomas was calling his name louder then his sister.

Someone not very amused and waiting on me to put the camera down and get her..maybe in a few minutes.

Happy boy eating his dinner. I am wondering if he was actually happy or tired happy (there is a BIG difference).

Ah yes..someone a little more in better spirits now that she had a jar of peas.

This is the "I am ready for my milk face". Testing 1..2..3..

I definitely think this picture answered my question above..he was "tired happy"..haha.

What a tiring Monday!

Trick or Treat

This Halloween has probably been the best yet. Carter was such a big boy this year and fully understood the concept of trick or treating. I would say we walked about 2 miles and Carter was still full of energy. It was Al and I that were ready to call it a night and enjoy all of Carter's candy that he worked so hard for.

Thomas all geared up and ready to go and get that candy. We spent this Halloween at Al's bosses house (John). Wendy and Chris also came and joined us!

He later decided that he did not need the stroller.

My sweet mini mouse. The pea pod costume ended up being a little snug for this 17 pounder so I had to improvise a little bit.

Family photo before trick or treating!

Mini mouse all ready to go!

Or maybe not so much. Layla does not look real thrilled in her costume! The ears really bothered her.

Our pumpkins ended up being a great success! Thanks Uncle Nick!

This was a neighbors yard that put together this awesome little grave yard! I had to take a photo because it was like decorating for Christmas but for Halloween!

What a great Halloween for 2010!

Playdate with Mia

Today one of my good friends from High School came over and brought her baby to play with Layla and Carter. Layla (May 14th 11:00 p.m.) and Mia (May 18th 11:38 p.m.) are exactly 4 days and 38 minutes apart and are both absolutely adorable! It was great getting the babies together and having some mama time.

Layla loves other babies!

Mia's mama described her as a little air plane.

Big brown and green eyes!

Two proud mama's and their babies!

Rolling around and being silly!

Layla learning that getting your hair pulled does hurt. Now she knows how I feel.

And of course..trouble always on the scene. Carter didn't know what to do with two babies in the house. He was such a big helper and enjoyed helping with the little ones.

Hallows Eve

This Hallow's Eve was the perfect Saturday to just chill other then getting last minute things for the kid's costumes...

Hungry boy waiting for his big breakfast.

French toast, hash brown casserole, and plenty of bacon..what an awesome Halloween breakfast!

Layla enjoying the beautiful October weather after breakfast..and hers was not french toast. She preferred the oatmeal.

This was her little pumpkin she got from the pumpkin patch at school!

Somebody was feeling a little under the weather but quickly spruced back up after breakfast.

Pumpkin Carvin

Tonight Uncle Nick came over and carved our pumpkins! Carter was much more involved this year! He had some much fun helping take out the pulp and seeds.

Our pretty pumpkin!

Getting ready to dig in!

Uncle Nick working his magic on the pumpkin.

Uncle Nick showing Carter how it's done.

Layla even joined in on the fun before bed.

Our newly carved pumpkin!

I think we are ready for our trick or treaters!