Where have we been?

Dear Friends and Family,
The blog had to take a hiatus from August until now due to several life events. Here's the short list, details spared. :-)

August

1. We went to Ocean City New Jersey.
2. Katie was in a wedding days before that.
3. We found out we are expecting our second baby in April 2010. (More news on that after Thanksgiving.) The pickles and potato chips I am eating right now taste very good and are the perfect appetizer to my lasagna dinner.
4. Katie had her appendix out (6 weeks pregnant) during the teacher work week at school.
5. Chris had to cancel going on his annual guys trip. (Sorry guys, but thanks for your understanding)
6. Chris continued to be amazing and hold down the fort, while I had a longer recovery than I would have liked.
7. Clara started going to Miss Kelly's two days a week. She has done so many wonderful projects! She is proving how smart she is every day.

September

1. Back to school with a very slow start.
2. Recovery continued.
3. Chris and Mom were amazing.
4. Clara liked to see Mommy's ouchies and started using the excuse, "I can't do that because my tummy hurts."
5. We celebrated in NJ at a bridal shower for Aunt Jen.
   
6. Katie turned 29.
7. Chris turned 30 and celebrated with so many wonderful friends.

October

1. Katie still struggled to get back on track with a tough 2nd grade class and the 2nd grade play.
2. Chris plays flag football for William and Mary alumni team.
3. Clara had a wonderful Halloween dressed as Cinderella Princess. Her comments, "I'm so happy I'm trick or treating."
   

November

1. Is it really November already?
2. We're plugging away with the daily routine and looking forward to being with friends and family during the upcoming holidays!