Fall is Here!

Well, it's been 3 weeks since Daddy started his new job and we are all just loving it! Daddy comes home covered in dirt, dust, and cement; but we love him just the same and can't wait for him to walk up the stairs.

We have thoroughly been enjoying our Saturdays, spending them together as a family, running errands, relaxing at the Farmer's Market, going to breakfast, and really just getting to relax at home together.

In the past few weeks Barret has decided he wants to walk more than anything. He hasn't quit got it figured out yet, but he is trying his hardest. He has taken multiple steps, each one followed by a quick tumble and a speedy fast crawl. He is so cute and we are so proud of him.

Last weekend we celebrated the arrival of Fall by visiting Ropp Cheese Farm and Radar Pumpkin Farm with Tom and Jeanine. It was so much fun. Barret LOVED the animals, especially the calves, and couldn't stop laughing at the poor llama that desperately needed to see a dentist. We picked out our pumpkin, and I must say, it weighs almost as much, if not more than Barret does. It is the perfect pumpkin and we can't wait to carve it! Barret will get to join in the festivities as well by painting his own little pumpkin. I am so excited for that! Other than that, Barret has a hard time really enjoying things when we go out because he is so interested in what all the other people are doing. It's very funny to watch him just observe and take in all of the people around him when we are in a big crowd. We also celebrated Daddy's birthday last week by going to dinner and then watching the Bear/Packer game. It was a great day and Barret even made Daddy a card!

Yesterday Mama and Barret went up to see G and G Boehm. Grandpa and Mama shot a wedding and Barret got to spend the day with Grandma. He had a lot of fun with Scooter. They are both so very interested in each other, but when push comes to shove, they are both extremely scared of one another. Barret giggles and screams at Scooter, Scooter sniffs him and runs away, then he barks, and Barret cries. It is so funny to watch. But, I think Scooter enjoys Barret being their because of Barret likes to drop his snacks right there for the taking.

Today we went to the park after lunch and just enjoyed the wonderful weather. We spread our blanket and camped out for a while. Barret enjoyed his first swing experience and even showed off his slide climbing skills! He doesn't seem to enjoy going down the slide, even when he is with Mama or Daddy.

Finally, we are preparing to help Barret become a BIG BROTHER! Mama is going to have another little Baby Gaffney in April and as scared and nervous as we all are, we are very excited too!

That's all for now, enjoy this wonderful weather and get out your fall decorations if you haven't already!