CAN'T STOP EATING THESE...

When I had all my dental work done several weeks back... my mouth would be numb for hours!  I would get so hungry but knew that I needed to eat soft things.  That is when I fell in love with UNCRUSTABLES!  I hadn't ever tried them before because they are packed full of so much garbage and preservatives.  Boy are they scrumptious though!!!  I went to Costco last week and ended up with a giant box of them as well as the other things listed on this post!

I blogged about this last year but PLEASE don't try this Pumpkin Cobbler!  Then you will have my problem and be addicted!  It is super easy and tastes homemade.  Topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream... you'll be a goner!

I like to have cookie dough around the house just in case I need to bake some cookies last minute for something. I am more of a chocolate chip girl but these are AMAZING!  

I don't know what my problem is but when it becomes fall and winter... I give myself a free pass to eat lots of treats!  I think many of us do this.  I probably shouldn't be asking but... Are there any treats that I am missing out on that you need to share with me?

AN EXAMPLE OF BRAVERY!

Yesterday one of my best friend's growing up came out on her blog about a secret she has been hiding from many people for years.  I just want her to know that she is so strong for doing this!  I am so proud of her.  I know that if she helps just one person... it was worth getting out there!  I love you Amanda and love Anthony.  So many of us care and are here for you during this tough journey.

XOXO SPUDS!

IT'S GETTING CLOSER...

and by "it" I am talking about Christmas!!!  Today it didn't just cool down... it was down right cold!  A high of 65 degrees and a low of 47!  We went to the Spectrum tonight and it was great to walk around with cool, brisk air and wear a sweater.

and even hoodies!

And YES- the "Holiday" Ice Skating Rink is starting to be put up...

as well as my dear friend Santa Claus' house!

HALLELUJAH!!!  "It's the most wonderful time of the year!"

"TAKE YOUR TIME"

This morning... Bryan and I woke up to Haven saying, "It's OK Berkley... Just take your time."  I went down stairs to see what was going on.  Haven had put her little sissy on the potty and was wanting some results.  When she saw me she said "Oh hi mom.  She already went pee and I am telling her to take her time for number 2."  

I guess this is a hint from both of the girls that I should start potty training Berkley like I had said I would a few months back...

FROM D-LAND TO OLIVE GARDEN!

Yesterday Megan and I thought it would be fun to take our kids to Disneyland.  After all, it seems as though September and October are some of the best months to avoid crowds and heat.  Well- this did NOT happen.  It was SO crowded yesterday not to mention HOT!  The weather channel was not telling the truth about it's degrees being in the 70's.  We were dripping with sweat.  It took just one ride and then letting the kids pet some animals before Megan and I decided that sitting down in a cool, less crowded place sounded way better.  And that is when we ended up with full bellies at The Olive Garden!  

P.S. Anyone attempting to go today or this weekend... there are some states that are out of school this week and I think that was the reason for the crowds.

WHAT HAVEN HAS BEEN DOING WITH HER FREE TIME...

She is still into using the Photo booth on our computer and every couple days... I discover new poses.  She is a silly one. 

 PUMPKINS & PANINI'S!

Tonight for family night... we decided to invite some neighbors over for Turkey & Roast Beef Panini's followed by some pumpkin decorating.  They turned out pretty cute (kind of an experiment tonight)!  The important part was that we all had lots of FUN!  

What makes a USC football game so fun?

Stopping in East LA at El Tepeyac (Manuels) for some pre-game mexican food!

Seeing your daughter's many faces while she enjoys the game!

Dancing to the SC song leaders fun routines!

Eating bad junk food and snacks the whole time!

Putting on a show for the fellow spectators!

Enjoying the famous USC marching band during the half time show!

Doing the "Fight on" sign!

Wearing "Gold" shoes for the team's cardinal and gold colors!

Playing ring around the rosie when finding out a stop to get Hot Cocoa is on the way!

Hanging with Uncle Drew!

Ending the night with some warm Starbucks Hot Chocolate!

And of course... we LOVED to watch them take a VICTORY!  44-10!

AMAZING ARCHIE!

Yesterday I went up to the Nickelodeon studios to dress David Archuleta.  He made a guest appearance on a show and did great!  I have to admit that it stresses me out picking out things to buy and then putting them together.  I feel like it is harder with a male.  With a girl you can find a cute dress or skirt on top of pants and shorts.  In David's case, there are only pants and shirts (he doesn't like to wear shorts) and I feel like it can get monatonous.  He is such a sweet person and I am amazed at how high his standards are.  In one of the scenes of the show he was supposed to say how he hated a specific character.  He asked the director if he could change the wording because he does not hate anyone and it bothers him to use that word.  LOVE HIM!  What a good example that kid is for standing up to what you believe!

First outfit for the show.  It is hard to see but it is a black tee with a vest with a hood attached, grey jeans and black shoes.

Second outfit for show.

Amy Foulger came up with me to help me out.  

I had to pick out something for him to wear to Miley Cyrus' sweet 16 birthday party this weekend at Disneyland too.  

We stopped at "Wasteland" to shop so we would miss the rush hour traffic. 

It was a long day but fun!  I now have to look for 10 other outfits for several appearances in November including Ellen, Jay Leno, Regis and Kelly, Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade and The Today Show.  I think I will be very busy and a little stressed the next month or so. Yikes!