Well the month of October has come and gone and what began as a slow month; we actually stayed home for most of it with a trip to the Pumpkin Patch and Apple Festival, ended with a weekend trip to South Florida to see Mom, Dad (Grandma and Grandpa)and Norma (to pretty much complete Ella's travel around the country to meet her new family). In Florida, we ate at some nice restaurants (the brunch on the beach with Norma, Fran, Bert and Stephi was spectacular!). Norma is turning 90 in November so we were able to celebrate this milestone, as well.

Ella, Laura and Evan at the Pumpkin Patch in Woodstock

After looking for Pumpkins, Ella really enjoyed Taco Mac with the Lazar's and Ritchie's.

At the Apple Festival in the middle of October, Ella enjoyed watching Evan ride the bull.

Pretty Minnie at the Gymboree Halloween party.

Ella and Addison for Halloween (after trick or treating!)