Today was a very hard day with the kiddos. Payton has had a cough at night mostly for three weeks and has developed a nasty rash. I took him to the doctor today and of course in my children's typical manner they charm the entire office. Oh, he sure doesn't look like anything is bothering him... all the nurses and staff said. He smiled and got every one's attention. After many how cute and what a little man! Payton was checked out by the doctor. He informs me Payton seems fine with the exception that he will probably always need a steroid for his skin or some type of cream, lotion or potions. As the day wore on Payton was in time out six times and Gwynn double that. While Gwynn, Charlie and I were having tea tonight I told Charlie the kids gave me an ulcer tonight joking of course...Gwynn corrected me and said NO MOM...we gave you a run for your money!!!

This past weekend was awesome. We had a great day on Friday with Grandma, Libby, Evie, and Aunt Rachel. We went to the most amazing pumpkin patch. The kiddos also got spoiled rotten by their aunts and Grandparents. On Saturday I went on the most beautiful run and enjoyed the sun and amazing fall colors. I took Payton and Fritz with me which doubled my workout. Charlie and Gwynn went to the Barber while we were running. We then met Sarah at the Portland Children's Museum and enjoyed playing with the kids. We had a nice picnic with some great sandwiches from the Pearl bakery that Sarah picked up on her way to the museum.

On Sunday Charlie made a great breakfast and we went for a walk to the park and walked a local trail. Sarah then headed home for Seattle. It was a great visit with Sarah and I think she got an opportunity to see how much Payton and Gwynn's personalities have changed over the past couple months. Charlie and I enjoyed the rest of our Sunday by spending time as a family. It has been a truly great fall so far we are truly enjoying the season!