Now that we’re on the cusp of the Holidays we’re wondering where September and October went. Looking back it was jammed with family, friends and fun so it definitely was not time wasted. Auggie had a couple big awards - first he competed in his first karate tournament, and then he was presented with the responsibility award at an all school assembly. He likes the karate trophy more, but we’re more proud of how he’s been doing in school.

Chris’s folks, Gus and Tammy came up for a fall weekend and Packers game. It was the Packers vs Bears game and it was a very fun rout. We had the best fall camping trip the next weekend. The weather was beautiful, and the campsite was under a canopy of golden maple trees. It was the first time camping for Mary Kate and Isaac and things couldn’t have gone better.

Justine went into labor early so Elyse went out to NY a week early. We are so excited to welcome Alice Iris Lucas into the world. Sadly that meant that Elyse missed Halloween, but Auggie and Chris had a grrrrrreat time. We did our usual trick or treating in Asher’s neighborhood, and Evie and Mari were in town for the festivities!

Finally we got to celebrate Brian and Kat and their marriage in Milwaukee. It was an outstanding weekend. So many people that we love, good food, all night dancing and laughing so much our faces hurt. It’s such a joy when you can get back together with everyone and it’s been like no time has passed.