Happy Halloween

Today was Hayli's 2nd Halloween. I can't believe she is already doing this on her own! They sure don't stay babies long. Our family costumes were farmers and a little cow. As soon as it was dark outside, we headed out. We were the first trick-or-treaters for the street, but Hayli was already a little tired. It was best to go ahead and let her have a little bit of fun before she crashed!

Hayli understood the basic concept of the trick or treating. She did get a bit confused when some of the neighbors would not let her choose her own treats though.

Hayli got a lot of candy for a 1 year old. We only did the street that Oma lives on, and that was enough. Hayli's favorite candy was Skittles.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!!!

Halloween Playgroup

Today we hosted a Halloween playgroup at Oma's house. Hayli made me laugh so hard when she decided to dance to "Thriller".

Three of Hayli's friends were able to come, and we were happy to see them after such a long time. Liam was a train engineer. Jayden was a handyman, and Ryan was a skeleton. Hayli was a cow. All of them were so cute!

Hayli's 2nd Dental Visit

Today Hayli had her 2nd dental visit. We found out that Hayli won't have surgery until she is older regarding the injury she had on her gums on my last birthday (you can see the damage in the blog archive). I was relieved to hear this news!

Mesilla Valley Maze

Today we went to the Mesilla Valley Maze in Las Cruces. It was a lot of fun last year, so we thought it would be nice to go again. Last year, Hayli won in the Mesilla Valley Maze photo contest (see below photo).

Hayli enjoyed the toddler maze. She went through it the first time, but RAN through it the second time around.

Another hit with Hayli were the rocking chairs in front of the store.

Pumpkin Carving

Today was the last day of our visit to Belgium. Tantie Elisabeth bought pumpkins for us to carve. We had a lot of fun doing it. Tantie Elisabeth, Hayli, and I all had one each to decorate. It was Hayli's first time carving pumpkins, and she sure did love getting all dirty with pumpkin guts!

The results???

Tantie Elisabeth's Birthday

Today was Tantie Elisabeth's 25th birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! It was a day filled with fun. First, Tantie Elisabeth, Andy, Hayli, and I went to the zoo in Mechelen.

Hayli loved it at the zoo. We saw a lot of animals and they even had children areas for kids to play. Here is Hayli going down the slide. Mama was supposed to catch her, but Hayli went down way too fast! OOPS!

There was a petting zoo, which was a great hit with Hayli. Whose birthday was it anyway? LOL

Then we went to the circus in Overijse. I think everyone had a good time. Hayli loved the parts with the animals, and afterwards decided that she wanted to go on a pony ride or two. =0)

Before going to bed, Tantie Elisabeth got to open her birthday presents with a little help from Hayli.

HAPPY 25th BIRTHDAY TANTIE ELISABETH!!!

WE LOVE YOU!

A Fall Day

Today Grandpa, Moeke, Tantie Elisabeth, Andy, Hayli, and I enjoyed a fall day in Belgium. Hayli really hasn't seen the seasons change before, and I wanted to take advantage of it since we were visiting. Hayli seemed to really enjoy running through the autumn leaves...

After we played in the leaves and took pictures, we went to feed the swans.

We went to a mossel restaurant for dinner. We played so hard at the park that Hayli had quite an appetite for dinner. She really liked that spaghetti!

It also helps when the restaurant has a play area just for kids like Hayli! I was really impressed -- and I think Hayli was too!

John Deer Toys

Grandpa got Hayli a John Deer steering wheel from the thrift store here on the base. It was a great deal for $1.50 (wish we could find these bargains back in Las Cruces). Hayli really enjoys her new toy.

Feeding the Ducks, Geese, and Pigeons

Today Hayli, Tantie, Vincent, and I went to the Tervuren Lakes and fed the ducks, geese, and pigeons. I was surprised that the ducks and the geese let the pigeons have any of the goodies!

As Hayli gained more confidence, so did the geese. This made me slightly nervous!

We had a great time and I think we will go back again soon!

Shopping at Wijnegem

Today we had a great day! Moeke, Grandpa, Tantie, Hayli, and I went to the Wijnegem shopping center. We did A LOT of shopping, but Hayli's favorite part was the water. Hayli loves the water so much, that it really did not surprise me that this foutain was a great hit with her.

Tervuren Park

Today we went to the Tervuren park. Hayli really did seem to enjoy herself!