Happy birthday to my sweet girl

Avery Rose turned 9 on Thanksgiving.  Its the first time that her birthday has fallen on the holiday.  I cannot believe how time flies...I remember the first time I saw her.  Doesn't seem that long ago, really.

I caved and bought her a Pandora bracelet for her birthday...she's been asking for one for awhile now. 

Happy birthday, baby girl.  Since the day I knew of you, my world has never been the same. 

This pic is a little late in arriving

But its so very wonderful.  This is Jack after his team won their last game of the season.  Although I sound like a total cornball when I say it, I can't express how much joy this very moment brought to my heart.  Thanks Tracy for capturing it...

BOO!

Avery is a vampire, and Jack is Harry Potter.  Although truthfully, I think he looks like a cross between Harry Potter and Simon from Alvin and the Chipmunks. 

Jack's soccer team won their last game of the season

The Fireballs had a tough season, but they really pulled it together at the end.  Trophies will be awarded at a very fancy ceremony/dinner on Thursday at the Pizza Shoppe...the finest in East Longmeadow dining. 

Now on to basketball...

Besties...

This is Jack and his best buddy, Jax.  I love that they are still young enough that they will still hug each other.  Right after this picture was taken, they immediately dropped to the ground to wrestle.  :)

This is Avery and her BFF, Mya.  It was Mya's birthday yesterday, and Avery gave her a "best friends forever" necklace with the heart that breaks into two parts.  Cutest thing I ever saw. 

A very cool fact about Jax and Mya are that they are brother and sister...makes play dates very easy :)

Pumpkintown USA

Went with my friend Jen and her cutie girl, Maddy. 

Avery took the last 2 pictures.  I like her eye.

Apple picking!