When it comes to Halloween costumes, I look for WARM and good quality, with the idea that they can be used again, if not by all, of our (future) children. Non-gender specific is even more perfect.
I'm quite pleased with the deals I found this year. We found Elmo at a garage sale back in June or July and Brycen LOVED it (for $2). And Tiger we found on Craigslist the week before. $5. Carter's. Worn once.Cian was adorable!
The warm factor became a must when Halloween week rolled around and it was FREEZING!! We attempted trunk-or-treating in the church parking lot. But it was too cold for Cian's (and my) liking. So we headed home and Daddy and Brycen did a run around the neighborhood while Mommy and Cian handed out candy.
Cian's first sucker...
...was much enjoyed.
Daddy actually came back from a conference Halloween day after being away for 4 days. While he was gone, our Senior Center right next to our neighborhood held a trick-or-treat welcoming the community to come join. It was indoors. With two rooms of older ladies and gentlemen lining the walls handing out candy. Took 15 minutes. The kids and I loved the whole experience. Bringing smiles to their faces, while they brought smiles to ours. We (as in me) loved all the goodies. Brycen has always loved the collecting part but in years past and this one included, when the candy is out-of-view, he kinda forgets about it. GREAT news for Mommy :) If he asks for it, I share. But if not, no reason to bring it up. Right?:)
He LOVED the clementines though and remembered those every day after. And still asks to go trick-or-treating so he can get some more....
Senior Center Goods.
Ward activities:
Rice Krispy Treats we made for the Halloween Playgroup party.
Enjoying them..
Classic.
Day after Halloween Shopping at Wal-mart.
Brycen actually fell asleep eating a candy cane. One house Bryce and
Brycen went to, wasn't quite prepared for trick-or-treaters and gave out a candy cane instead!
