Don't get me wrong, it was absolutely gorgeous and the house was amazing, but unfortunately Abe wasn't impressed. Actually, I was coming off of 3 nights of little sleep, the twins were still a little sick as was I, and I had also set my expectations way too high. You know, I actually thought I was going to be able to relax...what was I smoking? So, I felt bad because I was super emotional and kind of crabby which I'm sure made it a blast for everyone else.
But, on the way there we saw something hilarious...check out these pictures!
This was a minivan being driven by a normal looking young couple. On the side they had written "this minivan is rented" and "we are ashamed" and on the back (see below) it said "minivan=defeat :(" and "honk if you hate minivans." Seriously, is that not funny or what?
How could I be so crabby with views like these?
Max, Shari and I went on a hike and it was absolutely beautiful. We did this same hike last year and I can honestly say it's the first strenuous walk/anything I've done since that same hike last year. JFTB...get off the couch and start exercising!
The below pic is of a little path that was made between two huge rocks. Let's just say that I never could have fit through it at 8 months pregnant.
Oh yes, we made a friend on our hike. Isn't he lovely?
My sweet boy who will be turning 6 next week!
Watch out for the bears.....ROOOOAAAAAR!!!
This is what we were hiking too...the little cabin in the woods. So fun for a little kid!
I took this picture of Max last year. If we get asked back next year I'll take another one then too.
My sister, Shari, and her friend, Sondra. Sondra was there last year and might as well be a Dunn...she's so funny and just fits right in with the rest of us crazies!
Max hanging with the boys (Eric aka FBIL and Colton)
And yes, it was my birthday while I was in the mountains and what a glorious day it was (sarcasm). I turned 39 and didn't realize I was growing sideburns...what's up with that little hair on the side of my face?
My sister came back to Greenville with us because it was the weekend of her 30th high school reunion! Yes, you heard me right...30 years!!! No, they didn't ride horse and buggy to school and yes they did have electricity back then. But let's just say that Shari must have some secret lotion/potion that she uses because she looks like she hasn't aged a bit!
Andrea, my mom and I also went to catch up with old friends from Southside Christian. We ran into Rene (below) who we've known forever. A little history on Rene...she and her husband moved to TX when I was in high school and I babysat for their two little girls (who are both now married...I'm old). I told her that I can vividly remember sitting in the living room in their tiny apartment watching Brian Boitano skate in the 1988 Olympics. Why is it that you can keep useless knowledge like that in your mind?
Three of the 4 Dunn sisters...we missed you Kim!!!!!! :(
Again, I've been horrible at blogging so I've got to play catch-up so you may see several posts from me in the next few days. And hopefully I'll get back to being a good blogging friend and commenting a little more...I'm such a loser. In the meantime,
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
I tell you what, it's a good thing my sisters and my mom have agreed to watch the kids 24/7 so that I can fully utilize this porch. Isn't that right ladies? Max is SO excited and I'm so excited too because we will be able to spend some good quality time together like hiking to the little cabin in the woods we went to last year...so fun.
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Remember when I told you about my new obsession of dressing the twins in coordinating outfits? Exhibit A.
Now the next picture is mainly for my friend, Dolly. Dolly, I have found Michael's soul mate! Those fingers have now replaced her thumb and let me just tell you that this girl constantly has her hands in her mouth..JPG)
Can you believe this is the only picture of Susan that I have? When she was helping us out at night she wouldn't get to our house until 10 and I was delirious by that point so taking pictures wasn't an option. But, she came to visit us last week and it was so nice to catch up on things. Oh, and you'll notice Exhibit B in this picture too.
The twins have started using their Bumbo seats recently and they come in handy when I'm trying to do something in the kitchen. Max is really getting into playing with the babies lately and I love watching them interact. Exhibit C.
We made our first big outing this past Friday night (with the help of my parents) and took the kids down to Fall for Greenville. It was so crowded but the babies did great...I couldn't believe it!
There was a kid's area at the festival so Max took a few turns down the slide.
My sister, Shari, had a major accomplishment (well, actually her second) this past Sunday...she ran the Chicago marathon! Seriously, can you imagine running 26.2 miles...in one day? Unbelievable. Oh, and I forgot to mention that my mom turned 60something this past Sunday too. We had dinner at my house to celebrate, but I forgot to take any pictures. What has gotten into me lately? Here's Shari (on the right) after she finished the big one.
Now, some of you are familiar with FBIL. He didn't run the marathon but he did go to offer his support to Shari. He was also intent on making a good sign for the race. This was the runner-up:
And this was the winning sign...pretty funny! He said he got people asking to take their picture next to him and the sign. Speaking of, President Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize? Wow.
Oh, and I was a good mom and made those Halloween cupcakes that Angela sent me. Here's Max putting the finishing touches on them.
And sneaking in a few sprinkles for himself.
Check out the digs I've set up for Abe...it's like his own little recliner. He was watching Baby Eisntein and his head was wobbly so I put a blanket and boppy behind him. He was chillin' big time!
Check it ALL out!!! Seriously, I definitely think she went over budget on this. 
Some baking goodies! Max has been on me non-stop about getting these cupcakes made...hopefully this weekend buddy!
And check out these cute fall cookie cutters and cute fall spreaders!
And then this adorable decorative pumpkin! My sister came in and saw it and loved it. Step back, Andrea...step back.
So Angela, thank you so much! I loved everything and I'm looking forward to sitting down and reading my Southern Living magazine...if these babies will let me relax a little! :)
Scott and Andrea have always believed in conservatism and feel passionate about teaching those values to their children, Lily and Clay. As you might imagine, there aren't a ton of children books or reading material out there that teach solid, conservative values. So, Andrea and Smitty went to work and wrote a book that would do just that! The book has now been published and is now for sell at 
