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Good friends- Cole and Annalise. Family friends- Avery, Cole, Rebecca, Rachel, Natalie. Of course, Officer Kyle and Cole- best buds.

Halloween Pictures

Tonight we went to the HArvest Festival at Church. THe kids had fun (who wouldn't have fun playing gaames while eating candy trying to win more candy). Avery was a ladybug with sparkly shoes- which were her a special treat from me since she used an old costume, Cole was Tigger- he wore that thing all day, and Q was a frog prince- hand made by Gramma Jo. The kids had a great time, and were exhausted when we got home. Enjoy the pictures. Oh, one funny story. Our pastor pulled a wagon filled with candy all night passing it out. I told Cole, "Go get a piece of candy from Pastor Jim." He shrugged his shoulders and grabbed a Twix from his basket, said, "I don't like this one" and threw it in the wagon. Apparently he thought I told him to give one to Pastor Jim. Could have been an early lesson in tithing. In exchange he was given 3 pieces from the wagon.

Cobb Ranch

To continue our tradition (our second year) we headed out to Cobb Ranch with our friends. The kids had fun, and when our pockets were empty, which happened quickly this year, we headed home to an exciting evening of grading.

So, when we all think of October 1997, what do we think of? I found out that in that month Ross Perot (Ross Who?- oh yeah) was gathering to discuss the Reform Party. Missouri also decided that salt water may help melt frozen roads. Oh yes, and the KC Chiefs beat out the St. Louis Rams in the 1st ever "Battle of Missouri". I also learned that scientists began to believe that saliva can be studied to check for illnesses with as much success as DNA. "Boogie Nights", "Trekkies", and "I Know What You Did Last Summer" all emerged in theatres (Never seen them, but they sound really really good ;b ). Now I'm sure whoever is reading this is thinking, "Wow, Cory knows some great stuff, but what does it all mean?" On October 26, 1997 Bryan and I spent an adventerous day in Yosemite... seeing a bear, hiking 9+ miles, being stuck many miles from our car, and arriving home way too late to celebrate. It is also the "10yearanniveraryofourengagementday". Sugar, I love you and am so glad I said "yes" to your proposal.

Q walking... well almost

New choir music

I took this Sunday night wgile the kids were practicing their Christmas music. To me, there is nothing better than watching kids (especially mine) singing and dancing. I love the joy even when the notes aren't exact.

Sheldon Ball

Kyle's birthday

Kyle turned 4 last week, so we all celebrated at The Little Gym. The kids all loved tumbling around and eating cake. A fabulous cake made by Tiffany and Amanda. It was a train.

Sting Ray Bay

Last Thursday afternoon, we all went to the zoo. We wanted to see the sting ray exhibit before it was gone. WE must have been too late. I later learned that 19 had died due to a big power outage, but it was fun anyway. The kids enjoyed spending some time with Daddy, and we were able to see a lot of big animals.

Fun days

Two different sets of pictures here. Quentin wore a tuxedo to Marci's wedding last weekend. He was so cute, although Bryan said next time I have to get him dressed. Also, Cole went bowling for the first time. He had fun carrying the very heavy ball. He had a good time with his friends.