Mountain getaway

This weekend we were able to take a short trip to the mountains.  We found a pet-friendly hotel with great ratings, so we were able to take Newton along for the trip.  Emory was at the end of recovering from a cold but I was in the middle of nastiness.  It didn't make for the most enjoyable vacation.. but if nothing else, it was nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday and enjoy time with my family and seeing beautiful scenery.  (oh and eating waffles)

Best way to start a mountain getaway.  Waffles (and pancakes).  Emory loved it!

We spent a lot of our time driving around to see the beautiful mountain sights.

he sure does have fun with his Daddy.  And it makes my heart so happy.

 Of course we needed to stop for some yummy candy and caramel apples.

We bought one of those magic sticks.. not the pink one though.  Emory LOVES it.

Emory cozy in his fox pjs in honor of his newest friend's (Nolan) birth-day.

Beautiful Christmas lights in Gatlinburg.

Trunk n Treat

Last weekend our church hosted a Trunk n Treat and we were extra excited to attend for the first time with a little one.

Introducing...

King Kong and his buildings

For Emory's first Halloween, we really wanted to do costumes themed for the entire family.  We think it turned out great and we had lots of fun.. even if it was a little difficult to walk in the box sometimes. 

Trick or treat = candy for momma

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There were so many creative costumes and decorated trunks!

yep, that's Don McLaughlin..

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my little monkey

Hanging out with our friends Jenny and Kathryn

Hitching a ride with Caroline

Sweet Caroline

Rachel, the polo player, and Belle

Adorable friends

Guys with their kiddos

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And so begins our attempt at some group kids photos... hilarious.

Emory and Noah, buddies

Please note sneaky doggy (Avery) in the background.. hahaha

this pretty much sums it up.

and then Emory became very fascinated with Kathryn and her costume

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SUPER BUILDING