The more the merrier...

Okay, so last night we went over to a friend's house to pick apples. We were done picking in less than 30 minutes and had 4 full bags! We had a lot of fun just visiting for the next couple hours. The kids found it very hard to say goodbye. Right before we drove over there we had a bit of an accident though. Scott was backing up and we heard something under the car. Yep! You probably guessed it was... Garrison's bike. There were some tears, but also the realization that it was his fault. When we got home Scott pulled the bent tire off and spent at least an hour before bed fixing the bike with parts off Elyssia's old one. He kept it around for spare parts and there's not too much left of it. Elyssia needed a new pedal awhile back, and now there's only one good tire and the handlebars:). Thankfully we didn't spend much for the bike in the first place. They were reminding our company tonight to watch out for their bikes, even though they were on the sidewalk, where they belong:))).
Today was pretty productive and a much needed nap was taken. After supper I was getting ready for one couple to arrive, when our friend Karyn called. She asked for directions to the house. We thought that she might have time to stop for tea on the way back from Saskatoon, but hadn't heard anything, so assumed that she hadn't had time. I was getting snacks ready for Russ and Sharon anyway, so I just added a bit more:). Karyn arrived with donuts. She even had two with the SK Roughriders logo on them:). I do have a couple pics, but I'll have to upload them tomorrow. She wouldn't let me take any of her, so I'll have to wait til we go to her tea house to get some:). The kids were so excited with all the company that we had to send them away a couple times, but they did pretty good. Kiersten started something that was kind of funny. As soon as Caleb would go to sit on my lap she'd run over and try to get up first. Then she'd do it if he headed for Scott. Way to frustrate your brother, little girl. She was pretty pleased with herself. I refused to pick her up after the 3rd time and she stuck out her little lip before heading over to sit on Mrs. Sharon's knee. The kids had to pull out their quilts to show Karyn and Elyssia made sure she saw where she was missing a tooth. Kids are funny that way. I don't remember whether I showed off like that when I was little. I remember looking forward to people coming over, but I don't think I was that outgoing. All in all, it was a great night and we enjoyed the extra company. Thankfully the house has stayed pretty clean, so sweeping and dishes were the main part of clean up. It's been great having the kids playing outside so much. Definitely saves on the messes.
Kiersten is still doing great with potty training. Last night was her 3rd dry night. She's had two accidents the past two days, but I have to admit that they're probably more my fault. I didn't ask her at Shirley's when we were picking apples and today I got a bit busy at one point and didn't ask her for over an hour. We might go without the diaper tomorrow night if this is another dry one. We'll see. There's still going to be quite a lot going on this next month or so and I'm not sure I want to do the complete switch to underwear when we're going on a trip to Edmonton next month. I don't want to confuse her by going back and forth. I'm very thankful for how quickly she seems to be catching on though.
Well, we've got some things planned tomorrow, including a trip to the library, so I'd better try to head to bed earlier tonight. Saturday is a full day with Glidden's festivities and the Michel's arriving. Praying for a good turnout Sunday. Looking forward to getting to know Collette's little ones too:).

*** One more prayer request before I go. One of my mother in law's students has been diagnosed with Leukemia. She's either grade 3 or 4, since that's the grades she's teaching. I'm sure that the family would appreciate all the prayers they can get for this little girl. Can't help thinking, "what if it was Elyssia?" Those of you with children, make sure to give them a little extra love as you think of those with sick little ones. We're not immune and someday it may be us needing the extra prayers. Take care and remember to count your blessings this weekend!