Welcome friends, We cannot believe our favorite month is almost over! It seems that 2024 zipped on by when we weren’t looking. Maybe it is an age thing with Pam? (After all, she will be celebrating her #? birthday tomorrow)!
“But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments.”
Psalm 103:17-18 (ESV)
From a group of pumpkins, our grands selected one to become their own for the evening and the “pumpkin carving season”. We put initials near the stems with a marker to make the choosing official and avoid any mixups! After all, no one wishes to be associated too closely with someone else’s pumpkin!
WL was very happy to sit by his Da, but informed us he would not be sitting next to a scarecrow, especially a girl scarecrow. A further problem was that some people cooperate and look at the camera, others do not!
The idea was for everyone to peep out from behind their pumpkin. EM and EK had their own creative way to peep. WL decided it was too much trouble and tried to take a nap!
EM and EK love their PJ and were happy to also have Charlotte Daisy join them for fun and festivities. To keep from possibly being guilty of not looking at the camera, Pam wore sunglasses so we’ll never know for sure about her pose. And it’s children who get a bad rap for not cooperating for photos?? Look at those sweet girls! All 4 of them!
The head carver was too slow and all attendees were starving, so an assistant was called upon to help get this show on the road. It is also known that the head carver can be dangerous with a sharp instrument and possibly needs to surrender the knives to a younger generation!
It was a beautiful October day to gather with family and enjoy a tradition that started 4 years ago. In fact there were record high temps in the area on this day. We ate outside of course, but debated whether to build a fire in the pit, roast marshmallows and play games under the stars. The debate didn’t last long, and as you might guess, we had a camp fire where we hung out until it was time for little people to think about going to bed!
Each wanted their pumpkin to look slightly different so they provided architectural drawings for the carver to go by. When we learned sketches would be provided, a fear came over the carver, hoping nothing would go wrong and that all would be acceptable. Just in case, RM (Da) did have spare pumpkins on standby! We don’t remember who first came up with the idea of a pumpkin mouth but that seems to be a traditional thing also.
Oh, maybe we do remember who started this thing of donning pumpkin teeth!
Our pumpkin get-together is all about enjoying autumn and celebrating the blessings of the harvest. These three like happy faces, not scary faces! (EK’s has a heart shaped nose!)
There’s always one in the crowd who is determined to mess with things. Maybe it was a bit of showing off? If so, the faces of his sisters reveal that the mission was accomplished!
The entire family was called on after dark and the lighting of candles to gather behind their respective pumpkins. Dad is standing in as representing them as a group. Ella Mae, Emma, and Wyatt were pleased to see the orange faces all lit up and smiling. And Allison…wait; three pumpkins have turned into 4? What a sweet time for us to share some wonderful news. We have added a fourth pumpkin because our dear daughter-in-love and son are expecting another little one sometime in early February! Our grands will have a little brother, and they are excited! Well, now the mystery of pumpkin number 4 has been exposed!
We just thought this was a good time to share our bit of autumn news. We are all excited!!
Have a fun and safe final three days of October!!
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
Congratulations on grand #4! That is exciting news and I’m sure EK, EM, and WL are so looking forward to a baby brother.
Thanks so much, Rachel. Yes, we are all excited. WL is happy he is going to have a brother!
Congratulations on your news! Very clever way to share your happy news. Best wishes to all!
Thanks Gail, we are over the moon with excitement!
Such happy news, congratulations to Allison and Seth! Another sweet face and family member to welcome in February! Adorable pumpkin carving (and carvers) and I love the heart-shaped nose. Happy Birthday wishes Pam! 🥳🎂🎈🎃🍂🧡
Thank you, Mary! All of us are excited. Thank you for my birthday wishes and I started celebrating today❤️
I guessed as soon as I saw the title your good news! Congratulations, Richardsons! The playing teams will soon be even. ❤️ The family pictures are wonderful, especially the announcement photo. The way the Light is shining is so telling of the blessings on your family.
I thought some would figure it out quickly. All of us are excited! WL was hoping for a brother!
What fantastic, happy news! Congratulations to ALL! I am so excited for all of you. As soon as I saw the fourth carved pumpkin, I knew it!
I love all the happy jack-o-lanterns! The grands are all so darn cute.
Happy Tuesday, friends!
It is happy news! Thank you, Nancy!
Congrats on the wonderful news. Ahhhh another blessing in your sweet family. Have a great week. The pumpkins are all so cute. Hugs. Kris
Thanks so much, Kris. Grandchildren are a blessing!!
I so loved this post Butch!…Family time is such a grand time to make memories to last forever and you and Pam set the tone just for that!….So many cuties!…the kids and pumpkins…Congratulations to you and your beautiful family!! How wonderful to be adding another sweet life to your family!!!
Thank you, Shirley! All of us are over the moon with excitement!
What a marvelous occasion! It makes my heart so happy to see there are still families who love to gather everyone together and make memories. Such exciting news the clan is growing! Wyatt must be over the moon to be having a brother…two against two, right! Happy Almost Birthday, Pam!!!
Thank you, Roxanne! Wyatt was wishing for a brother, and everyone is excited!
Oh Happy Day❣️ a grand announcement for a fourth grandchild. October has been the month of both hellos and goodbyes for me. Two girls and two boys. Perfect. Da you will have more tractor rides and more dirt to play in. And more pumpkins to gather in. Very fun post Butch! This morning, we
Thank you, Alice. Yes, two girls and two boys! Love you and praying for you!
Congratulations to Allison and Seth and the whole family. Wonderful news for all. I love how you all celebrate October and Halloween. And a most Happy Birthday wish to Pam.
Thank you Karen. I appreciated your birthday wishes!
Happy birthday Pam! What wonderful news about another little boy coming into the world! We know you are so excited! Looks like the carving went well and everyone kept their fingers. Sounds like a nice fall night was had by all. Congratulations Da and Pam! Clara❤️
Thanks so much, Clara. We are excited, and Wyatt wanted a little brother ❤️
Such a fun and special Halloween family tradition! Love all the smiling faces, on the children and the pumpkins! Congratulations on baby #4! I know you are all over the moon! Happy Birthday Pam!!
Thanks so much, Jenna. Grandchildren are wonderful blessings as you very well know! Hubby and I will celebrate my birthday in Birmingham!
What fabulous news! Congratulations, you two, on soon welcoming another little guy to the family. (Nice for Wyatt, too, to have a boy companion coming up!). The pumpkin carving is a great idea and that photos are darling!
Thank you, Jeanie! We all enjoy the pumpkin carving each year. Wyatt is so happy he is going to have a brother. We are over the moon with excitement!
What exciting and happy news, and congratulations to you all! Your grandbabies are beautiful. The Jack-o’-lanterns are adorable, and it looks like everyone had such a wonderful time. Wishing you both a blessed day. Enjoy these last days of October, and Happy Birthday to Pam!
Thank you, Shannon! We are grateful and excited for our fourth grandchild that will be coming! Thank you for the birthday wishes, friend!
How wonderful for y’all!!!!!! I’m soooo happy for you!!!!
Thank you, sweet Judy. It is wonderful to hear from you!
Wow!!! Congratulations and Happy ?? Birthday tomorrow! I always enjoy your blogs, but you have outdone yourselves with this one. I’m all teary. May GOD Bless you always. In HIS name, Jeannie
Thank you, Jeannie. We are so excited for the blessing of another little boy! May God bless you and your family.
Such happy news shared! Sending you happy Bday wishes Pam, and much joy to you all for your expected one! May God continue to bless your sweet family. I enjoyed the scripture, matching your post in such a lovely way. Thank you for the joyful news and fun traditions shared.
Sue, thank you for your sweet comments! We are overjoyed and grateful for another little boy!
I wondered when I saw the 4th pumpkin if that was a baby announcement. Congratulations on your happy news and expected new little one. I’ve enjoyed watching your grands grow over the years. Thanks for sharing them with us. May God continue to bless you and your sweet family and may He give you a healthy little grand next spring! Blessings,
Libby, your comments warm my heart! We are filled with joy as we await for the little one to arrive! Blessings ~
Happy Happy News. A lovely post.
Thank you, Lu Ann! We are excited!!
Congratulations! What wonderful news and a sweet little brother. Love the pumpkins..Happy Birthday Pam!
Thanks so much, Kari. Our hearts are full as we thank God for His blessings!
Happy Birthday Pam. This is so special how to celebrate and show the grands it’s about Blessings. The grands look happy and so does the pumpkins. I’m so excited to know another grand coming into this wonderful family. Love is in the Richardson family and God knows.
Nancy, your comments are heartwarming. We are overjoyed and grateful for the blessing of another grand!
Marvelous news about the new baby expected in February! I loved your clever announcement.Your pumpkin carving party was a huge success. Wonderful family time! Blessings Pam as you celebrate your birthday.
Our Alabama family came this weekend and we celebrated Mike’s birthday.
It is another beautiful day!
Thank you, Bonnie. We are definitely excited! Please tell Mike Happy Birthday and prayers continue for you all!
Congratulations on the newest member of the family in February. Pam your grandchildren are beautiful and adorable. Thank You for sharing the lovely photos. Happy Halloween
Happy Birthday Pam Happiness and Blessings
God Bless you and your family
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Thanks so much, Marilyn, Joan, and Marion. We are over the moon with excitement! Thanks for the birthday wishes!
Such wonderful October news! Congratulations! Love all the adorable pictures. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thank you, Cindy! Hugs and blessings back to you!
Oh, what exciting news, indeed! I must admit when I saw the title of this post, I was hoping it would be this very news!!! I am so happy for all of you and can’t wait for your announcement telling us the new baby has arrived! Such an exciting time in all of your lives. Congratulations!!
Thank you Cheryl for sharing in our excitement!
CONGRATULATIONS! 🩵🧢🐟🐳🦕🪁
Thank you, Nancy!
Congratulations Pam & Butch on another grandchild!! What fun!!
blessings to you both, Jennifer
Thank you, Jennifer!
Happy Birthday Pam!! I hope you had a lovely day 💝
Sorry, I got carried away with your annoucement of the new babe lol!
Blessings to you sweet friend, Jennifer
A very blessed Birthday, beloved friend…May many more only bring you added joy and well-being. The fourth pumpkin is the perfect October announcement
that another precious soul will join your family to share in all that love and devotion. Just look at all those faces beaming with smiles….out-beaming even
the pumpkins…. Thank you for giving us a happy share in it all…..
Thank you, Mary! We are excited to have another little one. WL is happy to have a baby brother coming! Take care, dear one!
What sweet news! I’m praising God with you.
Thank you, Cindie!
But wait! What happened to the hot dogs ?
What a blessing. Congratulations on another little pumpkin !
We enjoyed grilled hot dogs! Thank you, Myrna!
Oh Pam, what wonderful news that you’ve shared!! Congratulations on a new little grandbaby to add to your blessings.
We are excited, thank you, Kitty!