The country fair went fabulous today!
Thank you to all the wonderful friends and family who supported the Vogts.
We appreciate you so very much!

The kids had a lovely time.
I forgot my camera.
Big bummer.
But I took full advantage of Andrea's awesome skills and hopefully have a few new family pictures.
Major attitude from one little girl, but I think we'll keep her.
I know it's hard when face painting and bouncy houses are just around the corner.
I did threaten that unhappy children couldn't be in the picture, but she didn't believe me.
We even said we'd give her an apple if she smiled...I know...best bribe ever.
But they did have a blast with all the kids, games, candy, and the best train ride in the world!
And now they're exhausted, but for some reason refuse to sleep.
I on the other hand am having major pregnancy issues and might just fall into a coma even though they aren't asleep.
Walking can really make a person in my condition incredibly tired and sore.
Even my toes hurt. 

I'll leave you with this.
Slightly unrelated, but definitely something that needs to be shared.
I just saw it here and couldn't stop from giggling for quite a while.
Definitely how I feel most days.
Just add a bump in the front and I'm pretty sure they just snuck in my house and took my picture.

Country Fair...don't miss it!

Do you have it marked on your calendar yet?

You don't?

Well go do it, and then come back.

I'll wait for you....'cause you don't want to miss it!

 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1st, 10 am - 4 pm

At the Hiebert's Farm

{9224 N. Anderson Rd., Newton}

Be there or be square.

No one wants to be a square.

Christy has tons of fun pictures of some of the things that'll be going on at the fair.

Go CHECK IT OUT!!

There's also some raffles that you can be a part of even if you can't come.

How cool is that?!

You can have a chance at K-State/Texas A&M football tickets for $10 per ticket or a Date Night Package for $5 per entry. 

{date night includes a 1-night stay for 2 at Homewood Suites in Wichita and and an Olive Garden gift card} 

If you're interested in those, just leave a comment with your email address and we'll get everything worked out! 

And don't forget about the great family pictures being offered.

$25 for a professional photography session with 8-10 edited pictures on a CD to keep {that's my favorite part...I love being able to keep the pictures forever to print of when I please!}

 

So remember the key points:

*Great food and fellowship

*AWESOME raffles and auctions

*Family pictures

*Happy kids via games galore

*The opportunity to meet and bless a very special family adopting a very special little boy.  

Are you ready for this?!...

I'm inviting YOU to a very most special country fair.

You don't want to miss it!

Our friends Ryan and Christy Vogt are adopting a sweet little babe all the way from Russia.

And we wanted to help them out!

You can read more about their story on their blog.

We are so excited to be a part of their journey and would love to have you be a part of it as well!

Along with supporting a GREAT cause, there's TONS of fun family awesomeness to be had by all!

It's free for the whole family too!

That's pretty lovely as well!

So...are you just drooling with excitement and want to know more?

Don't worry, I'll tell you...

*You're looking for a fun family outing everyone will enjoy? CHECK!

*You're wanting some updated professional pictures of the kids or the whole family? CHECK! 

      {For $25 you can get your family pictures taken by Andrea Siebert Photography! You'll get a 10-15 minute session, and later will receive a CD with full printing rights of 8-10 edited photos. Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Best deal on pictures EVER!! And just in time for a great Christmas card picture!}

*You really have a craving to sip some IBC root beer and peruse some absolutely crazy awesome craftiness in the silent auction area? CHECK!

*Oh...you're kids are CRAZY and they want to run around wild playing really fun games all day? CHECK! make that a DOUBLE CHECK!...mine will be there. They can be crazy together!

*You really like football and want to get in on the amazing KSU/Texas A&M ticket raffle? CHECK!

So, whatever you're looking for, I'm pretty sure we have it!

And don't be shy...invite a whole car load of people!

I bet there's tons of people who would LOVE some new pictures, great raffle tickets, and some yummy food and games. 

You don't have to know the Vogts to come.

They're really fun and I'm pretty sure you'll want to get to know them.

You might just leave their very best friend...they're THAT cool :)

See you there! {click the picture to enlarge for directions}

small group getaway

Here's our small group Branson trip in pictures...with maybe a few words here and there...'cause I can't help saying a few things!

Our first group picture.

Poor Amanda got the flu the day before we were leaving. 

So that's Dave holding her prego belly.

Can you tell?!

She decided to go, but stayed with her parents the first night so she could rest.

Having her parent's close by was a huge blessing and she was able to join us later the next day.

Getting ready for the lake!

The Party Barge!

We did lots of wake boarding

Skiing

and tubing.

Laurel got to drive the boat while Wyatt tubed with Matt.

She threw them everywhere!

It was hilarious to watch them fly and try to stay on!

You could see Matt just laughing the entire time.

That's my hubby over there wiping out!

This was Sarah and Justin's last year in our group. 

We will miss them so much!

Some people braved the huge cliffs too.

I wish they looked as high in pictures as they really were. 

 Sarah is definitely the bravest girl in our group. 

She is always the first to try something new, so skiing and jumping off crazy high cliffs was no exception. 

She didn't even hesitate before she jumped!

Dave and Matt did some synchronized jumping. 

It was lovely.

On the second day, we had a laid back day doing fun things around Branson. 

First up was a wine tour of Stone Hill winery. 

Thankfully, they had a nice line of sparkling grape juice. 

All the pregnant girls got to sip on that. 

 

The guys wanted to see if they could brave the incredibly cold water of Lake Tanecomo. 

The river comes from the bottom water of Table Rock lake that goes through the dam they built. 

The average temperature is about 45 degrees.

Getting ready. 

 

It was really cold. 

And me and the toe I stuck in agreed. 

We spent some time outlet shopping and at Branson Landing, but I forgot my camera.

We even got free dessert just for being pregnant! 

I guess 3 pregnant people in one place is quite a showstopper!

We had such a relaxing time and enjoyed our group so much!

I always feel incredibly blessed when I think of the great friends we have through our small group.

I'm already looking forward to next year! 

I'm sure it won't be hectic at all with 5 little ones in tow.