Friday, April 16, 2010

The Backyardigans, Flegal style

Despite a total lack of patio furniture, we eat dinner outside regularly. Friends, this is how we spend our evenings.

Popsicle season is in full force.

Last night, Andrew retreated to the hammock to catch up on some conference talks after helping me put the kids in bed.
Henry went from sporting the "Edward Cullen" hairstyle, to the "Ed Cullen."
Speaking of haircuts...

The other day, Eliza unintentionally tattled on herself when trying to cut her own hair after bonking her head on the table she was hiding under. Naughty, naughty, naughty! Before I could deliver the sentence for her disobedient behavior, she announced that she was in need of a nap ASAP; so off she went to the couch! A few minutes later, she was snoozing her way out of a punishment. Clever girl.
This is Andrew's garden. It's a master piece in the making. Look hard... can you spot our neighbor's stellar scarecrow seated in the garden beyond our yard? Here's a closer peak.
Seeing a scarecrow in action (oxymoron?) makes me happy. I have strange urges to befriend her. I'm certain she's female. I've been thinking of suggesting names to my neighbors on her behalf. Am I overstepping my bounds (of sanity)?
One more... because I think she's great. Can you see her broom? Seriously, what dude sports a broom. Maybe I'm gender profiling, but she's totally a lady.

He descends from handcart pioneers. So does she.It's official. This pregnancy can be deemed as the one with awkward facial expressions and flabby arms (hence the reason they've been cropped). And while I'm being completely forth coming, that belly right there is definitely more muffin top than baby, but it's definitely taking shape.
That's Eliza in the hammock. This photo pretty much surmises all of the outdoor toys we own; with the exception of our bubble and sidewalk chalk supply. We may not have a sandbox or swing set, but they're is always something for the kids to do.

So please! Would you come over and play with us?!

8 comments:

Jen said...

Love all the pictures! I am jealous of your huge yard, sometimes I wish we had one (so certain neighbors would be farther away!.....). I also wish we could come and play with you! We are really looking forward to our camping trip in June. Henry's hair is great, I need to hire Andrew to cut my boys hair!
Call me whenever you're bored! Your in my fave five!

Allison and Josh said...

Cute post, Ali! You have such a cute family! I would love to come play with you guys!

Audra said...

You are adorable! Tell Andrew that I love his garden!

Jessica said...

You yard is beautiful! And I am very impressed with the garden, masterful work. Congrats on #3! Oh and Eliza just keeps getting more and more pretty doesn't she?

Keersten said...

Your garden looks so great! Love Andrew and Henry in the hammock--and lovin' that cute baby bump too!

Ali said...

As always, I appreciate your comments, but I have to ask; what do you all think of the scarecrow? It's kind of awesome, right? Or is my interest a sign of a need for social interaction?

Catherine said...

That scarecrow is one of a kind, and I love it! Your garden is gorgeous, as your children, as usual. Fun pictures that make me crave a popsicle. I may go have one right now, thank you very much. ;)

Molly said...

Impressive Garden!

Can i just say that i LOVE the wicked volume in Henry's hair. Cute boy.

Lookin' good mama:) embrace that growing belly. you.are.hot.