Update of Ian's Visit with PICTURES!!!

I bet y'all thought I would forget to post a few pictures of Ian's visit, huh? Rightfully so, especially with my track record of posting and sending pictures to everyone. Well here they are! Emma had such a great time with her Daddy was was so enthralled by his presence! They decorated a pumpkin and went for rides in Daddy's Jeep, which she absolutely loves! She was so surprised that he was here and if she felt anything like me, she thought it was just a dream. It's so funny how for three years we all took for granted him being home every night and never missing a holiday! How life has changed for us here! Now everyday that we spend together is special and taking that time for granted is just not an option. This change has strengthened our relationships and even though it is really hard at times, I am still thankful. I know that God has a plan. Here are the pictures. Enjoy! All our love!

So focused! 

The final cut!

Finished!

They make such a GREAT team!

The scary pumpkin.

Putting it by the front door. (And yes, she is wearing a dress! Princesses do everything in a dress! Lol)

I am thinking that we don't have to worry about it rotting here in Alaska, like we did in Louisiana?! I think it it too cold here for that to happen. I hope Moose do not like to eat Pumpkins!

FIRST SNOW!

     The snow is on the ground, but no sleigh bells just yet. The weather is quite crisp and cold and has been ready for a little dust. Me, not so much. The idea of snow for me is debilitating and kind of makes me feel a bit more "stuck" than normal (at least until I have the studded tires put on the Yukon this week). I have never driven in this type of weather, so I am a bit nervous of the ice and such. Now all of that being said, I will suck it up and will practice my snow driving skills in a parking lot until I feel more comfortable so that this does not become me only going somewhere when Ian is home and can drive. I think we all know that my personality is a bit more independent and will not stand for that! Hahaha.
     Emma is getting ready for the snow and is actually getting quite aggravated with Mother Nature and her decision to let it snow, but not stick to the ground. She was twirling around last night with her mouth open just letting the snow "sporadically" fall into her mouth with nothing but sheer excitement! I can see a talk in the near future about steering clear of yellow and brown spots in the snow! I have a few pics of the snow fall, but they are not very good since they were taken in the morning when it was still dark outside. (Insert time pictures were taken here: 8:30 am) The sun is rising later and later each day. It feels very strange getting out of bed and it being dark for about two more hours than you are used to. The sun is setting around 5-5:30 pm each night which hasn't bothered me too much, but I know when it sets at 3 in the afternoon, I am going to have issues and will most likely have every light in the house on! I can't wait to see those electric bills!
     Well here are the pictures. Enjoy! We miss everyone and hope your holiday season is starting out with TONS of happiness and blessings! All our love from WAY up here, in Alaska!

Murphy did NOT know what to think of this!

The snowflakes were actually B-I-G!

The sun was finally rising here and you can see the snow dusting on the mountain.

The middle of the mountain. This is the first time the dusting has come down this far.

The whole mountain view. (Well, almost. There was fog in addition to the snow that am)

Murphy looking at me wondering what I am doing and what that "stuff" is falling from the sky! Haha!

A weekend with Daddy!

After 39 days of being away, Daddy was able to come home for a visit. Emma had no idea that he was coming, simply because Ian and I weren't even sure if he was going to be able to make the trip. So this morning we went to pick her up at school and she was playing on the playground and then she spotted him. Excitement and confusion filled her face and then she belted out a loud scream, "DADDY!!" She immediately ran over to him and jumped into his arms! It was such a sweet sight to see! She misses him so much and is still having a hard time understanding why he is never home, but for this weekend...she can put those worries and thoughts out of her little mind and just enjoy his presence. This weekend is all about having some family time. Pics to follow of course!