Pumpkins!

Hunter- incredibly nervous to be on a tractor!

It didn't take Hunter long to find the perfect pumpkin...if only he could lift it.

He tried his hardest though!

Hunter noticed the merry-go-round before the tractor had stopped moving.

Hunter and Connor waiting for Daddy to buy the tickets.

Finally! They were on the horses. They must have been smiling on the inside!

Hunter wouldn't leave the barn, but he also didn't want to get to close!

Ben picked him up and took him closer, notice the hand in his mouth. Hunter always does that when he's scared.

I love this picture. Look at the two little heads barely showing over the hay!

October 17,2009
Dear Hunter

We went to the pumpkin patch today! It was so much fun. You were adorable! We first had to get on a hay ride to go to the pumpkin patch and you did not want to get on that tractor! You started crying instantly. Daddy had to get on the tractor first, and you held onto him as tight as you could. You calmed down a little when you saw Connor get on the tractor, but you still sat on Dad’s lap the whole ride with a look of uncertainty on your face.
When we got to the pumpkin patch you wanted all the pumpkins. You kept trying to pick up all the big 20 lb ones. You would bend over and wrap your little arms around the whole pumpkin and grunt like there was no tomorrow! You helped Daddy look for the perfect pumpkin and we almost found one that you could carry, but they were really big pumpkins this year. Daddy ended up carrying the pumpkin for you.
On the tractor ride back you relaxed right at the very end and sat on the hay bale on your knees and just watched as we passed the other events. You were so adorable sitting there like that.
When we the tractor was stopping you noticed the merry-go-round. You were thrilled. You weren’t even on the ground yet and you went running up to it. The next five minutes were spent with the two of you saying,” Please, Please, Please” and pointing to the horses! I kept telling you, “Yes, but wait.”
Finally, Daddy made it back with a paid for pumpkin and 10 tickets. The Merry-go-round cost four tickets each so we gave you your tickets and you stood patient in line. When it was your turn you were so excited you ran right past the ticket guy and we had to chase you to get your tickets and pay the man.
Daddy went with you so he could hold the back of your overalls because I was afraid that the merry-go-round was going too fast for you to hold on the whole time. You loved every minute of that ride.
Then it was time to go on the hay bales. You climbed on one, but then you noticed the petting barn and went straight for it. I took you in there while Daddy and Connor climbed some more. You really loved the chicks, but you were enthralled by the llama. I asked you if you wanted to go see the llama closer and you said, “NNNNNOOOO!” That’s your new word. We spent 20 minutes in that barn looking at the four animals that were there, but every time I asked if you were ready to go you would say , “NNNNNOOOOO!”
Finally, we got you out of there and we went to the hay bale maze. That was my favorite part because I got to chase you through the maze and you giggled like crazy. Every now and then you would slow down so that I could catch you. I think you secretly like it when Mommy catches you.
On the way out we stopped at the store and Mommy bought some snacks for her and Daddy and a caramel, chocolate covered pretzel for you. You were eating it in the car and you had it all over your face! I really wanted a picture, but the camera was already in the trunk.
It was a very fun day for us. Daddy and I always use to go before you were born but we both agree that this was the best year yet! I can’t wait to see what the years ahead will bring… probably bigger pumpkins!
I love you and love you!
Mommy

Pumpkins!

Connor sitting on Mommy's lap...barely.
Love this picture!


Connor knew his own strength and rarely tried to pick up the pumpkins. He just showed us which ones he wanted us to pick up.

Connor telling Daddy that this is the one.

On the way back with our pumpkin...

That is all the higher Hunter climbed, but Connor was just beginning...

Look at Connor at the VERY TOP!

The Llama trying to hide from Connor.

Daddy chasing the boys through the maze.

Dear Connor,

We went to the pumpkin patch tonight. You had so much fun! You were thrilled on the tractor ride to the pumpkin patch. You wanted to run around and investigate every little corner of the tractor while it was moving! Scared me silly, but I eventually talked you into sitting still on my lap.
When we got out to the pumpkin patch you weren’t too sure about it. You were having trouble walking without tripping on the vines. Then you find a few rotten pumpkins though and you were pretty interested in looking at the insides of those pumpkins. Finally, you found some that were worthy of trying to pick up and you would make the cutest little grunting sound while you were trying with all your might to lift the 20 lb. pumpkin. It was adorable!
When we got back to the store area with our pumpkins, Daddy was trying to pay and Hunter took off! He saw the merry-go-round and you decided to follow him. The next five minutes were spent with the two of you saying,” Please, Please, Please” and pointing to the horses! I kept telling you, “Yes, but wait.”
Finally, Daddy made it back with a paid for pumpkin and 10 tickets. The Merry-go-round cost four tickets each so we gave you your tickets and you stood patient in line. When it was your turn you were so excited you ran right past the ticket guy and we had to chase you to get your tickets and pay the man.
Daddy went with you so he could hold the back of your overalls because I was afraid that the merry-go-round was going too fast for you to hold on the whole time. You loved every minute of that ride.
Then it was time to go climb the hay bales. You were climbing pretty high and I was scared at one point that you were going to fall off, but Daddy scaled the hay like it was nothing and helped you catch your balance. Daddy helped you get all the way to the top and you were thrilled!
They also had a petty barn. You liked the llama and the chicks the best. You really wanted to pet the llama, but he would have nothing to do with you. He kept trying to hide around a pole from you.
The best part for me was when Daddy took pictures for awhile and I got to chase you through the hay bale maze. You were laughing so hard! You were being pretty smart too. I would go one way and you went the total opposite way. At one point you were really tired and you wanted me to pick you up. Since I can’t pick you up I was just walking slowly through the hay bales with you. Suddenly, this older girl came up behind you. At first you were scared and you started running. She was trying to get by you, but you were trying to run away from her. It was a vicious cycle, but everyone thought you were so cute.
Finally, we made our way to the store and we were surrounded by yummy chocolates. Mommy picked out truffles and a caramel apple for Daddy and I. I bought a caramel, chocolate covered pretzel for you. You LOVED every bite of it. Your whole little face was covered in chocolate. Unfortunately, we were eating in the car and the camera was in the diaper bag in the trunk so we didn’t get any cute pictures of pretzel eating.
It was a really fun time! Daddy and I use to go to the pumpkin patch before you were born, but we both agree that this was the best year yet!
I love you and love you,
Mommy

Oh Boy!

Snuggled up after a long day of playing together

Connor playing in a puddle of water...

Hunter and Connor...plotting their next move....

Giggling together while playing in the bird bath

Dear Boys,

I'm sorry I haven't had time to write lately. It feels like my letters are getting farther and farther apart. I'll try harder to sit down and write to you more often. I just wanted to take a minute today to tell you how cute you are! You've been boycotting naps. Which is largely due to Hunter. Hunter does funny things, which causes Connor to laugh and before you know it you're both in your room giggling like crazy. You've been the best of friends lately. Last night Connor was so tired and all he could do was cry. He went and sat in the corner and cried his little heart out. Finally, Hunter grabbed Connor's juice and corn dog and took them over to Connor and laid them down by his feet. Not even a minute later Connor quit crying and just whimpered while he ate his corn dog. You had to get flu shots today. Connor screamed and cried during his shot, which made Hunter start crying before he even got his shot. In sympathy, Connor pinched his good leg as hard as he could the whole time Hunter was getting the shot in his leg. Lots of people say that twins develop their own language. I'm not noticing that you two speak to each other in a language, but you definitely communicate to each other non-verbally all day long. I can see the look in Hunters eye when he wants Connor to get into trouble with him. Connor always follows brother. Which equals lots of trouble in this house. For example, one day during nap time the two of you opened your closet and pulled everything out. Everything! No doubt Hunter's idea. You both splash through puddles...Hunter is always the first to dive in. It seems that Hunter will be the one we have to watch out for... Unless, you're both fooling us... Hmmm. You two... If you weren't so cute I don't know what I'd do with you. My favorite memory over the last few days has been when I snuck in to get pictures of you sleeping last night. Even though it had been the longest day ever and you two spent most of the day crying because you had skipped naps when we put you to bed you stayed up an extra half hour giggling in your room. When it was finally quiet in there I snuck in and you were snuggled together. I pray every night that you two stay the best of friends. I love you and love you and love you!

Mommy