Pumpkin Patch

Last weekend, we went to the pumpkin patch for some fall fun! We picked out pumpkins, squash and gourds. It was such a fun afternoon. We stayed for over two hours because Cecilia was having such a wonderful time!

Daddy and Cecilia ready to pick some pumpkins!

That is one big pumpkin!

Pumpkins everywhere! Which way first?

Boo!

Ceci enjoys walking around like a big girl.

Cecilia was fascinated by the farm animals.

She couldn't take her eyes off the donkey!

Still looking at the donkey...

Mesmerized...Daddy is very proud of her fondness for the donkey.

Watcha lookin' at now?

Turkeys!

Feeding the goats.

Right before the goat put Ceci's hand in it's mouth - ick! She didn't mind at all!

She thought it was hilarious!

Walking and Talking

Cecilia started her first day in the big kid room at school. She was very excited to tell me all about it!

A Summer Evening at the Governor's Residence

We were fortunate enough to be invited to spend an evening with the Governor and First Lady, Ted and Frances Strickland. They are such a lovely couple and their home is beautiful!

The Governor's Residence.

Cecilia pointing at the house. I think she was trying to tell Daddy that she wants to live there someday!

Cecilia was interested by the pumpkin patch in the front yard.

Posing for a picture at the pond.

Family photo.

Daddy and Cecilia posing in front of the back of the residence. So beautiful!

Enough posing and ready to walk!

Such a big girl!

Enjoying the band and a dance with Daddy.

She couldn't get enough!

The life of the party!

Taking a break to pose with the Governor.

A sampling of the artwork.

The Counties of the 91st House District:

Not part of the 91st but had to through it in...

Cecilia's First Birthday!

An entire year has passed since Cecilia's arrival and we all made it! The year went by so quickly but we made some amazing memories. We wrapped up our first year together with a celebration. Thanks to our family and friends for joining us!

The Birthday Party

Family photo

Cecilia's First Birthday Cake.

Mommy forgot to get a closeup picture of the cake.

Blowing out the birthday candle as a family.

Ready for her first bite of cake.

Here it goes!

What is this stuff?

Ceci trying to feed Daddy some cake.

Ceci loves cake!

This ice cream is cold!

Mommy and Cecilia.

Mommy wondering if she is going to put her face in the cake...

Mommy, I love cake and ice cream!

The spread.

Fresh Corn Salad.

Below is the recipe as requested. It was a hit and very easy to make!

Fresh Corn Salad

Recipe courtesy of Ina Garten and Food Network

Ingredients

5 ears of corn, shucked

1/2 cup small-diced red onion (1 small onion)

3 tablespoons cider vinegar

3 tablespoons good olive oil

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup julienned fresh basil leaves

Directions

In a large pot of boiling saled water, cook the corn for 3 minutes until the starchieness is just gone. Drain and immerse it in ice water to stop the cooking and to set the color. When the corn is cool, cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob.

Toss the kernels in a large bowl with the red onions, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Just before serving, toss in the fresh basil. Taste for seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature.

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The Birthday

Good morning, birthday girl!

Mommy, Daddy and Cecilia spent her actual birthday doing some of Cecilia's favorite things. Ceci loves to swim so we went to the pool!

Giving Daddy "high five".

After the pool, Cecilia had a tea party with her new tea set.

Cecilia enjoyed her favorite meal - pizza and sweet potato fries!

Yum!

Happy Birthday to you...

Cake and ice cream once again.

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We have been very busy since vacation so I did not have a chance to post any pictures on the blog. Click on the link below to check out photos from Cecilia's first trip to the beach.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=97107&id=839852377&l=abff02af1f

Cecilia Climbs the Stairs!

Cecilia learned to climb the stairs this weekend. Yay! (insert sarcasm) Once she realized she could get up one step, it didn't take her long to climb up to the landing. The video is a little dark but you can see her climbing. She is a very determined little girl and when she decides she wants to do something, she does it!

An evening with Nana and Papaw

Cecilia spent Saturday night with Nana and Papaw Wilson. She had a great time!

Cecilia's first crawfish boil. Nana and Papaw love their crawfish! (The newspapers are for easy cleanup)

After dinner, Cecilia played frisbee with Pippy.

Then she swung in the swing with Nana while Uncle Scott watched.

Cecilia just adores her Nana! She spends much of her day saying na-na but when Nana is around she says da-da. They must be her two favorite people!