Pumpkin Patch Portraits :) 2009

I LOVE Idaho Pumpkin patches... the real deal! Took a while to get used to, but can appreciate the song "Jack-o-lantern" now when it talks about a "yellow pumpkin growing on a sturdy vine"! After moving here.... I finally get it!

This year, my sister Ellen and her boyfriend were visiting from CA, so we all met there and had a really great time.

Hannah's 10th Birthday

Birthdays around here always start out with the famous Birthday Couch! It quickly became quite a wonderful tradition in our home when I kinda accidentally started it 12 years ago - it has been adopted by several families, and I think that is wonderful!

This year, Taylor and Aubrey volunteered on their own to completely plan, and carry out a party for Hannah. They did everything, and I do mean everything! They were very organized too! They had fun decorations in mind, several fun games to play, a funny home video of a two year old Hannah to show her friends, and lots of fun little tid bits throughout the party. It was wonderful! Chip and I literally sat back, took pictures, and watched. It was GREAT!

Tyler and Kelley came by and helped put up the decorations. I think Hannah's favorite part of her day was getting to hold Eleni!

Here is Taylor and Aubrey's plan of events for the party - they managed to stay right on schedule too!

The next day, Hannah got to choose her favorite meal for dinner, and help make it! She chose sour cream chicken enchaladas, ceasar salad, and cream cheese corn - mmmmmmmm!!!!

Hannah is now the age that I was when I met my husband, now is that crazy, or what?!?!?! Hannah is a delight. There is nobody quite like our Hannah Banana - she is unique and we love her just the way she is!

I Love My Dog.............

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Convincing?
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These were all taken within 4-5 days mind you.... never mind the other 36 weeks....

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I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog I love my dog.........

Epilepsy Bike Ride - Go Hannah!!

Look at this cute girl!

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Every year, Hannah proudly takes part in the Epilepsy Bike Ride. This is a special day for her - a wonderful time for her and Dad to do something together that means a lot to our family.

Hannah was diagnosed with a seizure disorder (epilepsy) when she was a year old. She has a very unique kind of epilepsy - doctors still haven't come across a case exactly like hers. This is one reason we like to participate in an event such as this, because it raises money for epilepsy research.

We were glad Aunt Kelley and Uncle Tyler could come and support Hannah!


Waiting for them to come back!



Jack was really anxious and wanted to be the first to see them.

Ready to capture the moment...

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Seeing them turn the corner is my favorite part of the whole day!

Always a great day for our family!

We are very proud of you, Hannah and love you so very much!!

Perfect Weather Weekend!

Not knowing if we'd have to wait a whole year to see another beautiful 70's weather weekend - we thought we'd enjoy this last one as much as we could!
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Jack ended his football season with a great game on Saturday. It was such a great first football season for the Schultz's! I don't think it will be long before Jack starts going through football withdrawls! His coaches say his is "passionate and self-driven" - he was so much fun to watch!

Unfortunately, the amazing colors all around us right now won't last long. We are trying to take it all in and really enjoy the season!

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(that is a football in his free hand!)
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She's getting way too tall... (and perhaps standing next to Chip, she doesn't seem very tall, but you know what I mean!)

Yes, the tree in our backyard is in a "cast" - yes it has chicken wire around it. yes, we have a puppy...

...who doesn't look much like a puppy anymore!

The last five pictures were taken by our little budding photographer, Aubrey! She loves stealing the camera.

Fall is definitely my favorite time of year! I love pulling into our driveway right now, or just walking outside, because the tree in our front yard makes me smile. :)

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Gramps and Grammy

Gramps and Grammy came to see their newest Granddaughter, Eleni. It was a wonderful visit! I sure wish we got more pictures, but here are a few!

Football games... barbecues.... nice talks...... fun games..... it really was wonderful. Oh, and Jackson can now catch just about every ball thrown at him thanks to advice from Gramps. He IS a high school football referee now, ya know! :)