To Keep Distracted

We are trying to keep ourselves busy and sort of distracted as we wait for Baby Williams to come. Anything to help the time pass a little faster is nice!

BOYS HIKE

Jon had Columbus Day off and took advantage of his extra time by taking Koen on a hike. Koen was so excited and felt pretty cool with his "hiking gear." He got to carry his own backpack and an old hiking stick.

He found some fun vines to play with.

Putting a long stick in water is Koen's version of fishing.

FIRE DAY

Last week, the library had a Fire Day during story time. We got to talk with local fire fighters and see one dressed up in all of their gear. They gave the kids fire helmets, which Koen thought was pretty cool. And of course, the favorite part for the kids seemed to be seeing and getting into a fire truck and ambulance. It was fun.

It also reminded me that we need to teach our kids early on about what to do if there is a fire. So make sure your kids know where to go and meet if there is a fire. And if they're old enough, make sure they have your address memorized and know the all important 911 phone number. :)

SKELETON CUPCAKES

I love any excuse to make new desserts and our Relief Society Book of Mormon Murder Mystery Dinner gave me the perfect excuse to try something new. My handy-helper was more than willing to help me put these fun skeleton cupcakes together and they were a hit at our RS activity.

Family Fire Night - Boys Camp Out

Jon had told Koen quite some time ago that they could go camping together before Baby Williams arrives. We decided to go a very simple and easy route that thankfully, is just as cool to a little guy such as Koen as traditional camping.

Koen loved helping Jon stack wood for the fire.

Koen was a great observer while Jon set up the tent.

We borrowed a fire pit from some good friends because camping just isn't camping without a fire! We roasted marshmallows and burned long sticks that have fallen from our tree. We made smores as well, but Koen decided they are too messy and prefers a simple marshmallow straight out of the bag.

This pregnant lady only stuck around for the fire. The "camping" was meant for just the boys. Koen slept pretty well. Jon... not so much. But they still had a great time. :)

THE ZOO

A trip to the zoo usually means some good walking. I am so excited to meet this little baby, so I decided to take Koen to the zoo yesterday so that we can get some extra walking in - hoping that JUST MAYBE it will help bring this little baby into the world a little sooner.

They are working on new exhibits. Koen was fascinated with watching the big construction trucks digging and working.

Koen also loves to push the stroller. I think he enjoyed this more than the animals at times. He'll do a great job pushing Baby Williams around in a stroller.

They've decorated for Halloween. Koen loved spotting the many different decorations they had around.

He thought this photo op was pretty cool and made sure to try out each cut out.

Dandelion Video

Ok, so this is old. You may remember seeing a picture of Koen trying to blow a dandelion in an earlier post. But as I was going through pictures today, I decided to view some of the videos and this one also made me laugh. Koen gets such a sad, disappointed face and says "I hard blow." No worries though, he gets over it pretty quickly. But boy, he makes me laugh. :)