Panda Bear, Panda Bear, what do you see?

I see a little girl smiling at me.






My sister, Kristi made an adorable mobile for Avery. We hung it above her changing table and she just loves it. It puts an instant smile on her face when she's in a good mood and even when she's in a not-so-good mood. She has even started talking to her pandas with squeals, screams, oohs and aahs. It's definitely Avery's happy place!

Thank you, Auntie Kristi!

October was a month of "firsts"

We went on our first family mini vacation to Palm Desert for a couple days and decided to go on the Aerial Tramway. All the years we've been visiting Palm Desert we've never done it. It was a great time. There are a couple restaurants and a bar up there, some hiking trails for all levels from beginning level with short little hikes to advanced level with half day hikes. It's a nice break from the desert heat. I'd definitely recommend taking a trip to the top of the San Jacinto mountains!






We took our first trip to the Tanaka Farm pumpkin patch with Avery. At this point, I think it was mostly for mom and dad, but nonetheless we had a fun time.






Our little Halloween strawberry.... I couldn't resist this costume. She was a very good sport :)