The month saw an end to another soccer season. Eli's team did well and finished in fifth place overall. He had an awesome season and was probably the most versatile player on his team. If he was needed in the front field, he was there. If he was needed in the back field, he was there. He also kicked off and threw in. His speed increased dramatically this year and sometimes I couldn't keep track of where he was because he was all over the place! He was so much fun to watch!
The second week in October, Mommy got the flu. For six days she struggled to get back on her feet. She is soooo thankful for great helpers who did their school and took care of Mommy. Daddy also took a day off to hold down the fort.
The middle of the month we got a visit from Grandma and Grandpa Rice as well as Nana Tucker. It was so much fun to visit Wild Things Farm with them and our cousins. We packed in so much that day. From the farm in the morning to a celebration for Eli in the afternoon, there was never a dull moment! Eli received a new bike and couldn't wait to try it out. Thad was almost as excited to get Eli's old bike and try biking without training wheels. It didn't take him more then a couple times before he was zooming without Dad's help. Learning to turn took a little longer but he is a pro now.
The very next week we added a new little person to our family. Kenneth is only two weeks younger then Anna and all boy. I always thought it would be fun to have twins and now we get to see what it is really like. He has a great laugh, climbs on EVERYTHING, and uses the girls pots and pans as drums. The big boys love playing with him. Anna loves to try and mother him. Marie is super jealous and cannot believe that this little boy has invaded her space. We now have three little ones in cribs, diapers, and car seats. Our house is full, our van is full, and our hearts are full...we think. Please pray for our family during this transition. Please pray for health and also for the Lord's provision as we fit seven of us in a house that is less than 1,200 square feet!
At the end of the month, we had another birthday celebration for Elijah. This time he invited a bunch of his friends and we had a sleepover. I'm not sure why they call it a "sleep" over because they didn't spend very much time sleeping. Eli will officially turn 8 tomorrow. I still cannot believe I have an eight year old. Where did my little man go? Every time I turn around his jeans are too short, his shoes are too tight, and his hugs get stronger.
To put a cap on our month, we went to a fall festival at a friend's church. The kids had so much fun playing old fashioned carnival games. There was even a cool cardboard box maze. Marie and Anna didn't really get the concept of playing a game to get candy. They just walked up to the candy buckets and helped themselves! Everyone thought they were so cute in their "little monster" costumes that they gave them extra candy. We now have enough candy to all gain 10 pounds between now and Thanksgiving!
I love the changes that Fall brings. The days are cooler but time spent with family seems warmer. Best of all, it means we are entering into a season of thanks and celebration for all God has blessed us with. I am so thankful for my family and the way God continues to provide abundantly! God is so good!
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