Fall Things + Miscellany

Side-by-side rides.

I think I'm going to write "Clara snuggles" on the thankful pumpkin this year.

Brynn's completed LEGO flower set that she got from Hubert. So cool!

Making Scotcheroos/Special K bars.

We finally watched the live action Little Mermaid. Clara thought she was going to be spooked by Ursula, but I think she pulled through okay. Not as good as the animated version, in my opinion, but Ariel's character did a great job.

Last Sunday CNH had a family day and Dana, Brynn and I went for a bit after church.

The two pieces of equipment are Dana's toys from childhood and the belt buckle was given to him by Uncle Carey (which I'm assuming was probably my grandpa's.)

Clara Jo and Brynn at a football game.

Hubert taking a ride in the Clara Express.

My boss surprised me (well, all of us, really) with Crumbl that she personally delivered to our house. She is such a gem.

Clara taped a bunch of positive affirmations to her mirror the other night. 💜

Tis the season for gratuitous leaves pics!

Comments

Grma Holly said…

Love seeing all these pics and LOVE this family!!

September 30, 2023 at 9:33 AM

theweckerlys said…

Great fall pics! I love Clara's affirmations.

October 1, 2023 at 10:16 PM

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