Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Firehouse Fun

The talk around the Thornton house lately has been all about dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, cement mixers, garbage trucks and of course FIRE TRUCKS!! I myself have learned so much about these different types of trucks, and I can honestly say that I get just as excited when we see a cement truck on the road, or an excavator scooping up dirt, as Zack does.
Today we got to visit one of the Longview Fire stations. Our friend Josh (Parker's dad) is a fire fighter and was nice enough to show Zack around. Zack was so excited, and it was definitely perfect timing since he is dressing up like a fire fighter for halloween (those cute pictures to come in a few days!!) We had a great time, and as usual, I enjoyed our visit just as much as Zack did!





Josh let them spray the hoses as well.















Poor Noah - doesn't make it in many pictures these days, but he was there - and had a great time too!!



This pumpkin was in their kitchen - pretty cool!

Another great day of adventures with my boys!


Monday, October 25, 2010

October in East Texas

October is always a busy month for us, but we really have enjoyed it. These are a few of our favorite fall activities... football and the pumpkin patch! We were lucky enough to attend a football game for both schools that Kris played football for: Winnsboro High School and McMurry University. The boys really enjoyed themselves at both games. Here they are in their red supporting the Winnsboro Red Raiders!

Friday Night Lights!







And of course... Pappy's Pumpkin Patch. We went last year with our friends the Whytes, and I guess we have officially made it an annual trip. This year Zack and his friend Connor enjoyed it a whole lot more and we had a great time!



He makes such a cute scarecrow!!



Taking a ride in the barrel train and waiving hello to Mom and Dad.












Such a cute little pumpkin!


Our sweet boys





Zack picked out this pumpkin and knew exactly which one he wanted!






Zack, Connor, Noah and Hannah



He never stands up straight for this picture! Our little man is getting so tall.


ENOUGH PICTURES MOM!!!!

We had a great time at the Bell Family Farm and can't wait to visit again next year. We hope everyone is having a blessed and happy fall!