Our group of neighbor kids ready to head out and surround the neighborhood in search of chocolate and other goodies! From left to right - Parker (Dark Spiderman), Carter (Spiderman), Wyatt (Batman), Leah (Minnie Mouse) John Tanner (Jedi), Danielle (Princess), Lakyn (Alice in Wonderland), Tatum (Little Bo Beep) and Eva Belle (Snow White). We had a great grill out with friends before heading out into the haunted surroundings! The kids had a blast.

Our neighbor Jason and his "salute" to the Occupy Wall Street movement sweeping the country. Best costume this year in my book - hilarious!

John Tanner (Star Wars Jedi) and Danielle (Princess Ariel - minus her long flowing red hair) going Trick or Treating for Halloween 2011.
They racked up with some really good candy and went to more houses than ever before!

Dan's new love!

Dan has finally had a "wild hair" and done something completely impractical and not like himself at all.....and I couldn't be happier for him - as long as he is careful. Dan has discovered the rush and joy of riding motorcycles. This bike pictured was a loaner for the weekend from his boss, Gary - but Dan is looking for a similar bike to call his very own. Although I fear for his safety - he is mostly wanting to ride country back roads for leisurely rides and he took a 3 day motorcycle safety course first and graduated with the ability to get his license. JT and Danielle are as equally fascinated with Dad's new hobby and LOVE to ride. Good thing JT got that old 1970's helmet from Great Grandpa Mac a few months ago.

Danielle and class mascot, Allen the Alligator get a ride too!

JT's 2011 Fall Baseball Season

John Tanner's first year of "kid-pitch" baseball. He is on the Tampa Bay Devil Rays team this season. He has a great group of coaches and players - most of whom attend our church too. John Tanner has struggled with batting this season, mostly due to a fear of run away balls from new pitchers - but he is trying to be brave and stay in the batter's box. He is an incredibly acurate thrower for the potential to pitch himself if he ups his "game" to be more aware of all that is going on in the in-field. He just LOVES baseball.

JT warms up before a game.