Everyday is play day.

I am noticing more and more that everyday is playday in the life of a toddler. Must be nice!!! Well today Avery had his BFF over to play all day. Jadyn and Avery are adorable to watch play together as you can see below. They are now on the exact same schedule (eating and sleeping) so they can really maximize their time together. Therefore, Jamie and I are able to maximize our time together as well. Today they built a house together, ate lunch, watched Barney and of course helped me clean up when the day was done.



Jadyn climbs into our bed to diligently work on "building house." As she explained.


Jadyn continues construction of "house" while Avery gets caught up on the news.

Lunch time: PBJ, cheese n crackers, grapes and water....all while watching Barney

"Alright kids, time to clean up before naptime." Jadyn takes it a step further by mopping my floors while Avery attempts to put the high chair away.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

The weather this time of year in Sarasota is PERFECT, therefore we must take full advantage of the days (since it is dark at 6:00). Saturday, Jamie, Jadyn, Logan, Avery and I went to Sarasota Jungle Gardens and spent the day there. We had a delicious lunch outside, saw tons of cool animals, played at the playground and REALLY enjoyed the Flamingos.



Just getting started.....where do we begin?

Jadyn and Jamie say "Lets go, there's so much to see."

Avery says "Hey, Jadyn, watcha lookin at.?"

Feeding the fish......and oh, what big fish they were

Arriving at the flamingo display, The kids scoped out the situation, but it wasn't long before they got out and played with those big, long-necked, pink birds.

"These birds are taller than us, Avery," says Jadyn

"Mom, there's ducks here too, QUACK QUACK," says Avery

Avery has just what the flamingo wants.......................FOOD

Time for an afternoon snack in the snack train. Choo Choo

"Thanks for the canteloupe Aunt Jamie."

Halloween 2009

Trick or Treat- This was Avery's 2nd halloween. Last year he was Batman and this year he was Superman. Clark Kent by day, Superman by night. He also had a partner in crime this year. Jadyn, his BFF, dressed up as Superwoman....they were quite the Superteam.


The best shot we got of Superman and Superwoman together.

"Is it time to go get some candy, or what?"

First, some pizza is in order. Superteam MUST have energy for flying through the neighborhood in search of candy.

The backside.......the cape is ready for flight.

Daddy getting some quick smooching before takeoff time.

In the Superwagon....WE'RE OFF............ Camdyn stands by watching

Rico, Avery, Jamie and Jadyn stop at the first house........."Trick or Treat"

Back home..................."Where's all that candy I worked hard to get?"

Clark Kent is exhausted and ready for bed.

Pumpkin Patch 2009

Piersolls, party of 4, Piersolls, party of 4. Camdyn, Chloe, Chris and Carol.

Mr and Mrs Brester and Family. Jadyn cheesin' out

This Sunday was our annual trip to Fruitville Groves Pumpkin Patch. The Alcalas, Piersolls and Bresters, along with all the wittle ones of course, went to the Pumpkin Patch for our traditional pumpkin picking trip. Of course we enjoyed a pony ride, tractor ride, train ride, the petting zoo and some good food. The weather cooperated, for sure, as it was tolerable to be out there. Last year the weather was dreadfully hot, but we had nothing to complain about this year.





Avery deciding which pumpkin he shall take home to carve......hmmmmm, tough decision.


Avery and mommy take a break from choosing between all the pumpkins

Jadyn and Avery taking it all in. Jadyn loves that big pumpkin while Avery thinks "Isn't that too big?"

Avery riding the pony. Mommy walks along side while trying to avoid any peculiar looking "mud piles."

Avery and Daddy looking at the rooster.....cockadoodle doo.............

"Hold on Daddy, I don't want you falling out," says Avery

"If I run fast enough I bet I can catch this rooster. Come on Dad, hurry up."

All the LAAAAADIES. (L to R) Debbie, Jamie, Jessi, Carol (out front) Jadyn and Chloe

The Alcalas

Avery takes momma on a golf cart ride. "Hold on mom, this is gonna be the ride of your life."

On the Hay Ride

"Peek-a-boo"

Creaky Bones 5K

Saturday, October 17th, Carol, Jamie and I ran a 5K at Payne Park in Sarasota. This was a race to benefit The Arthritis Foundation. Luckily, we were blessed with a cool front so the weather was in the mid 70s, which was a much welcomed change from the mid 90s we have had the past few months. It was a great day for running. Our hubbys came along with the kids to cheer us on.



Camden, Jadyn and Avery playing in this pile of dirt they found and could NOT resist it.
Ladies in pink pose for pic after the race. (L to R) Carol, Jamie, Jessi

Bring it on in ladies......AT THE FINISH LINE. What? We're just getting started.

Avery says "Wait, that was my mom that just ran by, keep goin' mom, you can do it."

Avery and Daddy hangin' out before the race began.

The mommies and the kiddos before the race.....tryin to stay warm.

Pat and Jamie waiting for the race to begin.

Rico and I beforehand. Avery chillin in his stroller watching all the people.

Here's one of my two biggest supporters .........TRIPLE "A"

Jadyn and Jamie. Jadyn screams "Go momma go, make me proud."

Another Haircut

October 10, 2009 - Haircut day for AAA. Mimi Pancoast already gave Avery his first haircut. However, we were past due for another haircut, so we had to go to plan B since Mimi won't be back to Florida until December. Saturday we took Avery to get a trim at First Choice Haircutters. At first he was just curious. But by the end, he was ready to go.

Waiting for our turn. Snack time. (the before shot)
In the chair with mom and ready to go.

"Whatchu doin to my hair, lady?"

"Can you guys hurry, I'm getting tired."

Who wants to go for a run?

Who says kids don't understand what their parents say? Well, the picture below is proof that Triple A knows EXACTLY what I'm saying. Today I told Avery we are going to go to the park so mommy can run, he rushed right into our bedroom grabbed daddy's tennis shoe, put it on and was ready to go. Now, if only I can get him to do the running and push me in the stroller we will be all set.


"Ready to go, mom. Grab me a bottle of water please and a towel to wipe the sweat. Thanks."

Oh Happy Day!!!

Today Avery and I HAD to take advantage of the gorgeous weather Sarasota is experiencing right now. So, we packed a lunch, grabbed some buckets and shovels and went to the beach. Anyone who lives in Sarasota or has visited Sarasota knows what a nice beach we are lucky to have access to. It was a great day!!!

Below is info on Siesta Key Beach: Check it out.

Siesta Beach is located on Beach Road on Siesta Key. Siesta Beach is known as one of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the world. At the "Great International White Sand Beach Challenge" held in 1987, it was recognized as having the "whitest and finest sand in the world."Unlike beaches elsewhere that are made up mostly of coral, Siesta Beach's sand is 99% quartz. Even on the hottest days, the sand is so reflective that it feels cool underfoot. It's estimated that the sand on Siesta Beach is millions of years old, and started in the Appalachians and flowed down the rivers and was eventually deposited on the shores of Siesta Key.Shallow water depth in the near shore area together with year round lifeguard protection, makes this one of the safest beaches in the County and great for small children.

Neat, Huh?