Pumpkin Patch

This afternoon we took a ride with Grandma Berry and Grandma & Grandpa Spriggs to Ackerman Farms. Emma had a great time picking out the perfect pumpkin. She loved pulling the wagon...visiting the goats and chickens...and enjoying the warm sun. In her mind I am sure she thinks..."I can't get there fast enough mom!" :)

Emma pulling the wagon to pick out a pumpkin.

I think this one is the most perfect one mom.

Emma loved pulling hay from the bale and throwing it in her wagon.


Grandpa and Emma walking to see the animals.

Grandma Berry and Emma going up to pay for the pumpkins.

Emma says...this pumpkin picking business is hard work mom...let's go! :) LOL

Mr. & Mrs. Terry...Happily Married! :)

This past weekend was my sister's wedding...Aunt Kate got married to Uncle Phil at Grant Park in Galena. It was a magical setting...my sister was just stunning...all went off without a hitch. As you can see from the pictures Katy's gown was amazing...I know I have never seen a more beautiful bride than my sister. Phil and Katy (and my mom) worked very hard in planning such a wonderful weekend in Galena. The ceremony and reception were in Grant Park. We had a yummy dinner at Benjamin's on Main Street Friday night. Sunday wrapped up with a breakfast buffet and gifts. Emma was very good. We were blessed to have our good friends join us for the weekend with joining rooms at the hotel. Emma loved being able to spend time with Aunt Tina, Uncle John and Toni & Erin while mommy and daddy enjoyed the parties later in the evenings. :) Again...we are so thankful for such a wonderful weekend with many family and friends.

Mr. & Mrs. Terry being introduced at the reception.

The beautiful bride.

The back of Katy's gown.

Aunt Kate, Aunt Emily, and Emma. (Pre-dress picture!). LOL

Mom, Katy, & Dad

Sistas...Emily, Katy, & Alivia

Aunt Kate and the flower girl...Emma. :)

Emma making her way to the gazebo. Walking. (Yeah!).

Emma telling Uncle Phil it is ok to marry Aunt Kate. :)

Aunt Kate and Grandpa Berry walking down the aisle.

Aunt Kate, Grandpa Berry, Uncle Phil before heading up to the gazebo.

A view of the gazebo during the ceremony.

Uncle Phil and Emma gettin' down on the dance floor at the reception.

Emma shakin' it out on the dance floor.

At the rehearsal dinner Aunt Kate and Uncle Phil gave Emma a beautiful life like doll for being their flower girl. Emma has become quite the little mommy in caring for her new baby. As soon as we got home she put "Baby Emma" in the stroller and took her for a walk. Before I knew it...I saw Emma sitting on the kitchen floor reading books to her new baby. Sunday night we then set out a couple of blankets and tucked baby in for the night. As soon as Emma woke up Monday morning she had 15 books out on the floor and read each one to her new baby. Thank you Aunt Kate & Uncle Phil. :)