Baptism and Halloween...together at last

Evelyn was baptized on Halloween weekend. Sydney had a great time hanging out with Maddy G. We had a low key trick-or-treat in the Munzes living room. We appreciated godparents Mike and Maureen making the trip from Baltimore! Also featured is Sydney's mask from her Halloween party at school. She had a good time walking around her building to trick-or-treat. One last note - I like the solo shot, close-up of Evelyn - I think she looks angelic.

Abaa Pai yu e gaandi

 

Today, Sydney's godfather is celebrating a birthday. We taught Sydney enough Aukans to be able to say "Abaa Pai (Tommy's village name), yu e ganndi (you're old)". As if that weren't funny enough - check out Sydney's facial expressions while she's saying her line and trying to sing "Na wan sama fuu yali tide" (Happy Birthday).

Yard "work"

We are enjoying what our neighbor tells us in the end of the warm weather. First, Sydney and Evelyn enjoyed some stories on the bean bag chair. Then Joshua finished the last piece of fence, Sydney worked hard filling up her car with gas, and Evelyn was just plain wiped out by all the activity and took a snooze on the deck (notice her fingers poking out of her blue outfit). Then, not wanting to miss any of the action, Evelyn woke up and was all smiles. Also featured is Sadie's new dog house which matches our roof!

Mohonk Preserve

We went for a stroll in Mohonk Preserve. Joshua had the dubious distinction of carting around both of the munchkins because I am recovering from a back strain. He received lots of compliments from other hikers and climbers. I was in charge of taking pictures and as you can see - I took my job very seriously.

 The view of the New Paltz (town and University) from the hike.

 Catskills in the distance.

 Fall colors

 The Mohonk Preserve is famous for its rock climbing.

 Collage of close-ups of some of the radiant fall foliage.

Cereal for Evelyn

Here are some photos from Evelyn's first few tastes of rice cereal. She loves to eat!