Yes, we did dress up in costumes. I think this was one of our coldest Halloween's yet. I didn't even think to bring mittens for my girls and coats and hats until it was too late - we were down our street and cold. But it was a great afternoon. We met up with some neighborhood friends and all went door-to-door together. Fun. Here they are:
Samantha, the elephant, who when she put on her costume and came up to me, said enthusiastically, "oink, oink." I so wished that I had had that videoed! Anyways, she has since said "oink, oink" a number of times out of context. So, I'm pretty sure she was just being silly. But who knows?
Lucy was a rose princess. the weather has seriously hampered this costume, but you get the idea, I hope. Yes, that's a large hot pink rose on that headband, which rests on the hat. And striped tights, because, what would Lucy be on a cold day if not in printed tights?
Will, my little monkey, who did have his hands covered, thanks to the well-planned costume-maker. He decided a cotton-covered thumb was as good as the real thing.
I just love that banana. (You can see Lucy's top a little more here . . . green leaves on top, pink petal skirt on bottom)
Anna Kate was a ladybug. She did layer a pair of pants on top of those tights and leotard. (Good thing, too!) What a lovely ladybug!
Our home was the gathering spot for a city-wide women's time in October, where we carved mini-pumpkins. I am so impressed with these women's artistic abilities I had to share.
"Show me that dress, Samantha."
We enjoy Samantha so much! She makes us smile, laugh, and, well, she makes me a little nervous. She is active, courageous, and always full of fun . . . I was certain she had broken her arm about a week before her birthday. The short story is - she didn't. But I still wonder if she will be the child who takes us to the ER . . . . She is healthy. We had a great check-up at Dr. K's office - 37.5 inches tall and 32 pounds. She and Lucy can share some of their clothes!
