Yea I know, a lot of updates tonight, just trying to play catch up. For some reason while Jen was gone in Taiwan I was busy, imagine that. Anyway, she and Emily had a great time going around Taiwan (they even hit the Taroko Gorge which I haven't seen). No complaints (except for the flight of course) and a good rest for Mom. Glad she had fun, more glad that she is back.

Taiwan Beer FTW (only in Taiwan though).

The girls at Chiang Kai-Shek

This last Friday was the Fall Festival at Bright Horizons. First thing was a costume parade for the older kids at 10am, as always you can see Nick following instructions (good job young man). Later at 5 the festival gets going and we get to go in the bouncy house and then eat some food (and pumpkin pie - Dad is on a crazy pumpkin kick this year). Everyone had a good time but we are sad to see Ms. Yvonne leaving (Nick's teacher), hopefully he will cope well.

Nick's class and friends.

Nick helped a little and was the inspriation for our pumpkin this year.

Have a nice day.

Nick definitely got Halloween this year. Grandma Taylor started it off early with Nick's (and Adam's) new basket (not to mention the Trick or Treat practice at their house) ending with a tired boy calling it a night. He had to take a pre-trick or treat nap but he was ready come sundown. After the candy grab Nick "enthusiastically" handed out our candy to his friends, helping to ensure an early night. Adam didn't understand or care (he didn't mind the Devil suit at all - must be in his nature...) but had a good time nonetheless. All in all a successful Halloween. Dad's favorite part was when Nick would go to the door, knock or ring the bell and scream out "Trick or Treat" before anyone opened the door. He knew his job and he did it well!

The boys prepped for the night.

On the road.

Hitting up Mom for some of the good stuff.

Jen got back from Taiwan safe and sound. A bit of a delay on the flight from LA to home but otherwise smooth sailing. She got some stuff for the kids but who cares, look what she got me!

101 Bottle Opener - Class!

The boys at the picnic.

Adam at the top of the hill.

Nick giving us a peace out at the top of the hill.

Mom and Nick chasing the kite as it flys out of the park.

Nick trying to get the kite from the volleyball net (note the holder wrapped in the volleyball net and Nick all but helpless to get to it, arms out).

Adam's first attempt at flying a kite.

Why my back and body are in pain.

Adam's stats:

Height: 30" (95%)

Weight: 21lbs 9oz (75%)

Head: 48.5cm (>97%)

A big boy for sure.

Nick's stats:

Height: 37.5" (50%)

Weight 32lbs (50%) - BMI 15.9

Avg but gonna be trouble since he is pretty smart.