Halloween pictures

Below are pictures Aunt Nellie took of the girls. Audi was very proud of her princess dress. I don't know how to format her picture to make it bigger, but try to click on it. We also had a block party Halloween night that included a visit from the fire department (planned). Audi had a great time evidenced by being sound asleep before I was able to close her door that night. Elizabeth is about 3 months old in the picture below...j

Topsail Beach Trip

We recently took a family trip to Topsail, NC to celebrate Chris and Jodie's marriage. We had a great time getting away and enjoying spending time with family and friends. Audi loved the water and making sandcastles, but her favorite part of the beach was the sea turtles!! I enjoyed the daily walks along the shore, but my most favorite part was body surfing with Miles. The weather was a bit chilly and at times rainy. We had two really great beach days that were swimable, and all but one day we were able to get outside. We also made a stop at Derek's on the way there and back to check out his new home and break up the trip, which was lovely. We're already looking forward to next years Williams trip with the family. Miles and Audi on the beach.
The infamous monkey puzzle kept everyone entertained all week. We didn't finish it, so maybe I'll pack it next year!
Audi loved loved loved playing with her cousin Nezzi. It was very sweet to watch the girls really play together for the first time. She still talks about Uncle John, Aunt Amois, and Nezzie.
We spent one afternoon at the aquarium in NC. They had an albino alligator on exhibit, which cannot survive in the wild because of its lack of color (and thus cannot regulate its temperature). I just thought this was a funny picture.
And the Sea Turtles!!! One of the neatest things I've ever seen was sea turtles making their way to the ocean. John and Amois went for a walk and noticed the turtles hatching and "walking" to the ocean. We high tailed it to be able to watch too. We later found out that the sea turtles hatch in round per say, and that if you happen to see them hatch you should call the people at the sea turtle hospital. They keep them in captivity until they're a bit larger to give them a better chance at survival.

Elizabeth Rose~2 Month

Here's a picture for Elizabeth's 2 month picture. I haven't been posting like I should, but I can assure you she's growing like a weed!!f

Pink, Pink, and more Pink

We were able to hang out with Aunt Nellie and cousin Easton today. We started out the day taking the kids to the Children's Museum (I had two sleeping girls on the car ride home :)). Then Grammie graciously watched Audi and Easton while Nellie, Miles, and I snuck out for dinner and margaritas/beer at Mad Mex. Moose (I mean Easton) didn't have any clothes after his bath, so Elizabeth Rose let him borrow some PJs. The result was all 3 kids in Audi's favorite color....pink. It tickeled me...so I took a picture (although Easton and Elizabeth Rose weren't so amused)...enjoy

Oktoberfest and Audi's Birthday Party

We had a great first annual Oktoberfest party a couple of weekends ago. The weather was beautiful, and we had great family and friends to hang out with. And yes...I am officially a Mt. Lebo mother...we rented a moonwalk (which was AWESOME) for the party!! The kids and adults loved it. I wonder if there will be more moonwalking in the future??? Autumn loved the fact that her friends were able to spend the day with her...

Audis 3+ Preschool

Autumn's birthday was yesterday...I can't believe she's 3 years old already. She's growing up so fast! She in now old enough to hang out in the Eagle's Nest when I do my grocery shopping (it's a play area for the kids). As I was dropping her off, the mom behind me said, "This is the unofficial way to celebrate your kids 3ed B-day." She loved it...and so did I!

Yesterday was also the first day of Audi's preschool. For the first two days they only do one hour sessions, but starting Friday is a full day. She was so excited, and on the way home she said, "School is fun, thanks mommy". She's looking forward to Thursday...

Grammie and Papa watched Audi when we went to DC for the triathlon. She had a blast going to the fair and the Blue Slide Park while we were gone. I think she also enjoyed her undivided attention over the weekend, lucky goose. Be sure to check out the post about the Triathlon below.


Before leaving for Audi's first day of preschool...all smiles:)

Washington DC Triathlon

Drumroll please....Lucas wins!! Miles and Lucas successfully completed the Washington DC Triathlon this past Sunday. Elizabeth Rose and I were able to make the trip down to watch (:(I missed them crossing the finish line) I really enjoyed the short weekend trip, and we were able to spend some time with Lucas and Chrissy.

So here are the stats...
The overall winner...Lucas 2:30:31
However, Miles was close!! 2:33:54

Overall places in their division (M 25-29 y/o)
Lucas 64/392
Miles 88/392

and overall for men
Lucas 397/2480
Miles 532/2480

Swimming times: (Miles beat Lucas by 8 seconds!!!, sorry Lucas)
Lucas 27:11
Miles 27:03

Bike times:
Lucas 1:09:29 (average speed 21.4mph)
Miles 1:10:36 (21.1 mph)

and Running times:
Lucas 46:59 (rate 7:35)
Miles 48:03 (rate 7:45)

Lucas and Chrissy after the race

Miles and Lucas after the race...CONGRATS
The night before the race after a pizza dinner...