Halloween costumes

The original plan was for the boys to dress similar. The big kid was going to be a storm trooper and the little guy was going to be Yoda. At the last minute, the big kid changed his mind and decided to be the same zombie he was last year. I can't complain, the costume still fit and we didn't have to buy another costume. So, without further adieu, da boys!

spooky zombie (I enhanced his costume with a staff & ball and chain)

A friend made this costume for the little guy. It was a shower gift.

Notice the glow stick light saber. I put athletic tape on it (sticky side out) and he was able to hold it. It kept us all safe from harm, you never know when a jedi will need his light saber....

Halloween feast

Our tradition is to eat, then go trick-or-treating. This year, it seems like everyone was out earlier, so, dinner was cut a bit short. However, it was still tasty and fun for the big kid!

Here's what we dined on:

swamp stew

ghosts with black olive eyes and mouths

hot dog mummies

The final verdict = yum. The big kid didn't care much for the strawberry milk. I can't say that I blame him.

Stay tuned for costumes!

Halloween.....finally

Better late than never I say. It was an evening of fun. Grandma was out of town so Grandpa came over to help pass out candy as it has become a tradition. The little guy and I stayed with him while the big kid and Dad went around the neighborhood.

Grandpa and the Little Guy

There was carving to be done

Mine was a witchy pumpkin

The big kid got to trace AND carve this year. It was a big deal for him!

Dad's pumpkin looked awesome when it was lit.

Sorry there aren't any outside pictures. This is the best we got this year. Stay tuned for the Halloween feast!

Christmas (one of several)

Here's something the little guy got from G-ma and G-pa

Christmas Program Time

The little guy had his first Christmas Program at daycare. He had a very important role to play. He was a candy cane. It's taking his sweetness to a whole new level.

Why is our house happy?

Sorry I haven't posted in a while. We've been like headless chickens around here! We've been working on fixing up our house the past few months with reason. We're trying to sell it so we can get a bigger house.

We've lived in and loved our current home for the past 12 years. Every room has been touched by our hands and, in my eyes, improved. It's a happy house full of giggles. At present, it's a house filled with growing boys, a husband, and me. Perfect fit.......until they start growing.

Hubs and I started our family in this house and know it will be hard to let it go, but, it's time. It's a beautiful little starter home. Loving the location. We'd like to be closer to hubs work so we can see him more. Granted, it's only 20 minutes in the am, but, it will be much more time in the pm.

If you know if anyone that is interested in a house filled with hugs in every corner, let me know!