blue ridge mountains

Last weekend we had an ABSOLUTELY beautiful, fall day - so we decided to take a drive towards the Blue Ridge Mtns. Although the exit's only a few from our house, we figured out pretty quickly that the trio would not welcome a lazy day drive amongst the vibrant, fall leaves. So, we ended up stopping at the first stop - humpback rocks.

It was great to get out and walk the trail and let the trio run wild through the fall leaves.

did I make up for it?

So...there you have it... 10days worth of garcia's and the fun and hectic and busy-ness that we have enjoyed. Hope you enjoyed... and when my dear hubby comes home tonight and wonders why there are dirty dishes, food on the floor, and baby toys strewn all over... I hope you all will back me up and say the hour+ I invested in the blog was well worth it....

my cousin, my friend

The trio are still talking about their cousins "joe-joe" and "tombas".... can't wait to see you all again very soon!

apple picking

This past weekend, while our cousin Keb's were in town, we went and picked apples. Actually, it was more a test of strength as we pushed the double stroller (and carried the third) up and down grassy hills to the areas where we could pick. Although they didn't get the actually pick the apples, they sure had fun tasting them!

Uncle Rob and cuz Thomas

cuz Joe...

it isn't always a happy time.... sigh... and this was the best family pic!

greenfield farm

We joined a few other moms (and their kiddos) last week for a fun morning at a local animal/harvest farm... Pumpkins went over REALLY well. Animals... not so much. At least they seemed to enjoy the hayride.

My friend, Laura, and her kiddo's with my trio on the hayride...

you are my sunshine....

for the love of God.... not everything is food!

she picked it all by herself

no... let ME do it!

hammin' it up

trio won't head anywhere without their new pumpkins... sheesh... can only imagine halloween night!

take note of the apple that she insisted on holding for the entire 3 hours...

weeeeee!

say "Cheese"

picture worth 1,000 words

you can really only imagine......

visit with the higgins'!

Last week, our good friends, the Higgins' were in VA and we were able to meet up in Richmond at the Botanical Gardens to spend a fun afternoon together. We were blessed with good weather, good children, and plenty of entertainment :)

Adam and Isabella pictured in front...

There was a big tree house that the kiddo's loved to play in... and to look out the windows of..

more hours in the day

Has it really been that long? Who do I talk to about adding more hours into the day.... there just isn't enough time to accomplish the list of never-ending tasks that I need to complete!

I apologize to all of you that follow the blog and haven't seen a posting in awhile... things are getting to be busier and busier with each passing day.

At least I should have some good photos for you to peruse in a few...

The trio are doing well...each growing more and more into their own individual and striking personalities. Just today, as I was watching Gabby "shimmy her toosh" as she headed over to the bathroom to wash her hands, I thought about how funny and cute and amazing that this child is -to be so excited to wash her hands that she needs to do a little dance...
And Mateo... his dimple gets me every time... and he knows it. Every time (and I mean every) he does something he isn't supposed to do, he flashes that award-winning smile and all is forgotten... and Mary...her deep, reflective brown eyes melt my heart like butter. She is my hoarder now... has to hold every cup, toy, hat, bowl, spoon... that she finds.

multi-task

Who else do you know... that can sit on the pot while learning their ABC's???

No, we aren't potty training yet.... we just have the potty's around so that they can get used to them... (as you see, Gabby is fully clothed)... and although she isn't pointing out specific letters of the alphabet, both her and Mary do like to sing along to the alphabet song... She is mighty proud.

bed bugs

Last weekend we spent a night with Uncle Mike and Aunt Lissy at a time-share in Williamsburg, VA. Even though the trio had their own room...they somehow ended up in bed with Mom and Dad. And yes, Daddy does have the unique ability to tune them out and continue sleeping... (it must be a man thing!)

cozy coupe

Mommy was able to find us some second hand cozy coupes... (aka "carrrrrssss")

The trio had a blast trying out their cars for the first time....

22mo