Fall fun and Hallowe'en too!

With each new season, came new experiences for Jennie, as she adapted to her life with us, and to the weather and traditions of Canada.  It was so fun, and comforting to see her personality bloom, as she became more comfortable and attached to us, and family.

Raking leaves at the cottage, Thanksgiving weekend, 2010

                                    

Jennie finds a treasure amongst the leaves (old fishing bobber)

                                     

Play date giggles with BFF, Maelyn

Trying to get the girls to look at the camera while hugging was impossible!  This picture was the best I could do.

Taking turns sitting on each others lap, while sitting in the booster seat

                                     

Helping Daddy put together her new wagon she received from Muma's friends at work

Finished product.....Ta Da!!

                                    

First time carving a pumpkin.....she loved being able to grab the "guts" of the pumpkin, then would say, "Ewwwwww!", and laugh!!    :)    So fun for Muma & Daddy to watch.

The finished pumpkin

Already for trick or treating!  It was pretty cold, so she had her snow suit on that night.

Our little Angel!  This costume has been the 1st Hallowe'en costume worn by all the Sinclair nieces & nephew, beginning with Justin, 30 years ago!  It's a tradition in our family, and I will be keeping the costume for the next generation.

Meeting up with cousins, Bree & Brayden, adding to the fun of the night.  At first, Jennie didn't really get the whole concept of Hallowe'en, but after visiting a couple of houses, she soon caught on.......knock on door, look really cute, say trick or treat in your cutest baby voice, get candy!!!   We were only planning on going to a few houses, but Jennie had a different plan, and promptly told Daddy, "No home Daddy!" and kept dragging him to house after house!! 

I guess Jennie felt that everyone needed a costume, so she put her sunglasses on Belle, and then laughed hysterically! 

 Coming up in the next post......getting ready for Christmas!!  Stay tuned.........                                 

Our Baby's Christening Day....

For Jennie's christening, we decided on a small ceremony in our back yard with family present.  The minister that married Joad's sister, Lake and her husband Tyrone, and christened their children, Bree & Brayden, performed the service.  It was beautiful, complete with a sunny September day.  We couldn't have asked for anything more perfect........

Our invitation we made on the computer....I was very proud of this techno moment!

I love this picture of Jennie & I chose it for the invitation as she looks so peaceful....appropriate for a celebration with God.  

 

Our beautiful princess!  When she saw this dress, she said, "Oooooooh, nice!"

                                                

Mommy & daughter

Jennie and her cousins, Bree & Brayden

Catherine performing the service

Jennie's Godparents, Auntie Jessie & Uncle Charlie Lund, and Auntie Pam Lunney

Receiving the sign of the Cross with Holy water....Jennie wasn't too keen on this part!

Part of the ceremony included lighting candles.....one candle was lit in remembrance of Jennie's birth family........

...one was lit in remembrance of her foster family.....

....and one represented our newly formed family.  This was my favourite part of the ceremony, and I'm so glad Catherine suggested it. 

The cake we served with tea and punch.....just a very simple celebration.

The happy family (Jennie wasn't looking so happy....more tired!)

We had pictures taken with the Godparents.....one with Auntie Pam.....

...then, one with Auntie Jessie and Uncle Charlie.

                                      

Us with Granny & Dado Sinclair.....Joad, open your eyes!

Us with Nana & Papa Richard Fenton, and Papa Jim McDonald

                                    

Group shot with us, Catherine, and the children.
 Catherine affectionately referred to Bree, Brayden and Jennie, as "my kids".

                                     

Wonderful picture of Daddy & Jennie, taken by Papa Richard.

                                    

Mmmmmmm, cake!