Picture dump...

 ... since that's what you're really here for anyway, right?

 

 So he's been here for 5 months already, but I've been lazy about anything other than texting people pictures.  So here's a photo dump to introduce: Edmund Thomas! (Or "Baby Ned" :)

8.11 lbs of chub <3

Big kids that don't need constant supervision while holding babies is a game changer

Hairline from dad, square head from me.... check, check

When the toddler is suddenly A MAN CHILD

See above. Line up, ladies.

Our basil plants became small bushes. Hooray for harvesting with Gram!

Mr. Bright Eyes

Multitasking super Daddy!

The hat. The shirt. The Ben. Seriously only 4 years old? He exudes enough crazy it seems like he's been around longer, ha!

Welcome to God's family, sweet Ned!

The Godfather

Attempting a semblance of art class

Boys. Ben kept up a running conversation while Will just crashed into him.

To remember when they're big and not wanting to share the bathroom <3

Our one and only trip to the pool this summer, made possible by daddy keeping Will home to nap.

Working on his tan

These eyes will melt you where you stand

Sports highlights with Daddy

6 year olds get watches :) Avengers Assemble!

Guess who?

Sometimes you just have to plop down in the middle of breakfast to read.

Fall means apple pie

Ummm... "We're fixing the bathroom, mom!" No I didn't sterilize those toys after. They didn't touch the toilet.  I don't think....  #letitgo

Annie and Hugh got to take riding lessons from a friend this summer and fall and it was such a gift. They learned so much and it was great for their confidence and sensory needs. We can't wait to start back up again!

School looks tidy like this about one day every three months. Trying to lean into it.

Baby smiles certainly help!

Life with 4 boys is like...

Guess what it is?

Dragon pinata for Michelmas! (Feast of St. Michael)

We've done a pinata with friends for a few years for Michelmas and even though it POURED buckets, the dads braved the deluge and held it out there for the kids to whack.

Blackberry muffins for Michelmas as well!

Alright, well that got you through September :D  I'm adding most photos from my phone then reformatting things on my laptop so it looks nice, soooo.... it doesn't get done super quickly.  Stay tuned for more updates on our fall and winter activities, and some pictures from Ned's newborn photo shoot!