Colds, Shopping and Puddles

Well, it's been a long couple weeks as far as sickness goes. First off, Ryland had that stomach bug, then caught a cold which the rest of us caught as well. Luckily, Natalie has done pretty well considering it was her first cold. She nursed and slept a ton, and was extra cuddly (which mama likes). She still has a little lingering cough, but has otherwise gotten better.



This picture of Ryland was from the other night at the craft store. We were buying a few Halloween decorations, and Ryland decided she wanted to go to the counter and purchase them all by herself. She was standing in line and kept telling us "they're probably going to think its funny when they just see a little girl buying the stuff". She seemed so proud of herself, and I think it may have made the employee's day.



The last few days have been full of rain and wind, which I kind of enjoy. As long as it doesn't get dangerously stormy, I'm all for it. Ryland especially loves the rain puddles. She insisted on going outside to stomp in them, and since she had grown out of her rain boots, she went out barefoot. She had the biggest smile on her face the whole time, and was laughing as she ran around in circles. This little girl makes me remember what life is all about!