October fun

I just love the fall. What' s better than perfect weather, changing leaves, pumpkin picking, and a grilled cheese sandwich with a bowl of tomato soup? We started this month with our semi-annual camping trip with the Sutton family at Cunningham falls. I never thought I would really enjoy camping, but at the times we go there are NO bugs! Just a fun family, wood-chopping, yummy food off the grill, long hikes to the waterfalls, cozy nights by the campfire, and of course the smore's :)

half of the fam

The happy campers after their first night in the camper :)

featuring the Chadid's

We came home and unpacked the fall clothes and repacked our summer clothes for Hawaii! So much for the Fall! The time period following Noah's delivery was a trialing time for us in so many ways. It was during that season we became so aware of God's provision for us, and his love and care for us through the gift of our parents. To express our gratitude, Danny and I took them to Oahu. Here were some of our favorite highlights...

16 hours of travel, and here's our angel baby

Waiting for dinner (half of entree's & sushi!).
I think I had the best meals ever that week.

Surf lessons at Waikiki Beach

mommy-lovin time

First train ride

Joyfully receiving fresh limes at the Dole pineapple plantation .
(I'm sure my mom was sad she couldn't bring some home).

Being happily married & showing off the lei I made :)

Our parent's watched Noah, while Danny and I went to
dinner. This was our view from our table.

Pearl Harbor

Enduring another long day

Sunset dinner cruise