Trick or Treat

I enjoy Halloween and the fun things about it.  I'm not one that likes the scary, creepy things about it. This year Kimleighel decided that she wanted our family to be Minions.  I was happy to let her be but wasn't sure the boys would go along with the idea.  Larry mentioned that he would do whatever and so I kept my eyes open for yellow or white hats.  I never came across any (I don't shop much) and so last week I decided that I would just make some.  I got a deal on the fleece material and made up a few hats for each of us.  I looked around for Minion Glasses but couldn't find those either and so I ordered a few.  I only ordered two because I didn't think Jared or Jaydan would participate.  A day or two ago Jared said he would if I wanted him to.  I found some old protective goggles and glued some jar lids on them and was happy with the result.  Jaydan agreed today to dress up and so I hurried and made another pair.  The boys wanted to wear the ones I bought and they mostly wore then on their hats or hanging from the overalls.  (the homemade ones were more comfortable)  We were One in a Minion Family!  I liked how things turned out!

I always enjoy seeing how my kids and grands dress up.  They are always so cute.  Trichelle loves Halloween and usually dresses up pretty cute and clever.  I loved the costumes her and TJ wore this year.  They seriously could have fit in at Disneyland.  Little Behr was a cute bat and Sadie was a darling fish.  (the only kind Kelsi will touch)  Ivy and her dad's family were super hero's...Ivy was Thor.  Justin was a hunter and Natalie was a cute deer.  Mya, Parker and Macie were cute little Indians.  (not  Native Americans....little joke about a sister missionary not liking being referred to as an Indian since she wasn't from India)  Kevin and Julie's girls were cute pirates and Zaden was Rocky Racoon. (I think that is the Racoon's name)  They were all so cute and seemed happy dressing up.

We had the Trunk or Treat and some of the costumes were so cute.  There were more even that I didn't get.  I like taking pictures of other people's cleverness.  I did a lot of smiling watching everyone have so much fun collecting candy and treats.  I might have ate a few of the treats we were giving out...really the ones Trichelle was giving out.  I also ate some of the yummy chili that Dale and Jan Widdison like to make for everyone.

After the Trunk or Treat we went and visited our moms.  I know they look forward to our visit and enjoy having us come over.  We treated them with some fresh onions. haha

I love this time of year and all the celebrating that goes on.  October is full of parties and dressing up and treats and fun.  Then November gets us thinking about our blessing and all we are Thankful for which leads us into the Christmas season thinking of our Savior Jesus Christ. I like the fun traditions of being with our family and friends since that is what this life is all about.  I like ending and starting a New Year Celebrating Jesus and remembering Him for ALL that He does for each of us!

Hocus Pocus

Carla had everyone over so we could watch Hocus Pocus for Halloween.  We ended up with a different priority today which I believe was an answer to prayer.  We still saw most of the show and ate some yummy treats but followed our instinct and the spirit and helped a friend that needed help.

I didn't realize that Kimleighel had to work since there wasn't school and so I got to watch the kids for a while.

I do feel like today is the start of good things for our sweet friend.  We all get our fair share of trials and challenges in life and sometimes those challenges consume us and take over and we need friends and family to help us get back on track.  Heavenly Father and Jesus are always there for us but it is still up to us to ask them for help.  They are waiting on the other side of the door just waiting.  We need to rely on their help more and pay attention to the help they send.

SNAP Halloween Party

I really enjoy Thursdays.  I really enjoy seeing these fun people every week.  They are so filled with kindness, love, and fun.  They appreciate every little thing.  I love seeing their smiles and getting a few hugs from a few of them that like to hug.

Tonight Krista's homeward, Willard 2nd, came and did a Halloween Carnival for us.  Everyone had so much fun.  One gal asked me why it only lasted an hour since it was a party.  Her question made me laugh out loud because she wasn't participating anyway.  I laughed out loud another time when a few of the little gals from Willard gave Larry and sack to collect his treats....they thought he was Special Needs. hahaha....it really is hard to tell just by looking at someone.

The activities were face painting, pumpkin bowling, tic tac toe, cake walk, blinko, and a ring toss.  They had prizes at every game and the group loved it.  Have I mentioned...they love everything?

I always appreciated the wards that come and spend time with us and serve the special needs.  It helps us out a lot and I think its good for everyone.  I think it's really good for the young men and women to be around the Special Needs so they can feel the love these people posses.  Oh how they make me smile!

"Boo"ling

This team is called the Bowling Buddies!  We are buddies and have a lot of fun together.  Bowling near Halloween is especially fun because sometimes we dress up and other times we just add a mask or headband.  I think a few teams think we are crazy and they might just be right.

I don't always look forward to going bowling but I always look forward to seeing my friends at bowling.  I admire so many women that are on this league.  There are some wonderful examples that come every Thursday to bowl.  I love seeing their faces and getting hugs from a few of them.  They add Sunshine to my life!

The cooks are fabulous and always go to so much work to make a yummy meal for us.  This Spooky meal was wonderful and a little gross if you knew what it was all called.  I know that is a rat on the spaghetti which was probably called intestines of sorts.  The bread sticks were twisted snakes, the eggs~spiders and the dessert....something bloody.  It was yummy and I ate more than my tummy liked.

I took a few masks of my own to wear and Carla and I sported a few for awhile.  We like being silly!  It makes life fun!

Temple Marathon....Kind Of

I started off the day by going to the Temple.  I thought I was meeting 3 friends there for the 9:30 session but I was the only one that showed up.  Two had forgot and one assumed that since no one text anything about going to the Temple that no one must be going.  I just assumed that since we all commented last Monday that this Tuesday would work for the 9:30 session that it was a go.  I didn't mind though at all....I love going to the Temple. Heck, I usually go by myself anyway.

Larry and I went back tonight.  We decided that we would go to the Temple every Tuesday and so we did.  In the morning I entered from the west and this evening we entered from the east.  I love our Temple.  I love the peaceful feeling when I go to the Temple.

I got to watch my cute grands in between going to the Temple.  Larry went to Kevin's football game, which they won.  The play off was between Roy Jr and Rocky Mtn.  Rocky has the better team but Roy has that better coach.  That comment was made by our neighbor who's son plays for Rocky and is their best player.  That was a huge compliment to Kevin...he is a wonderful coach.  I also did a little sewing before going back to the Temple....Halloween is coming up and I needed to make a few little things.

Time in the Temple is well spent!

Happy Birthday Tammy

I'm spoiled and feel very blessed.  We were scheduled to take Tammy to lunch for her birthday on Friday and a day or two before I realized that I had double booked my Friday.  I had book club and really that date was set first.  I felt bad that I was going to have to miss Tammy's birthday lunch because I have missed these friends of mine.  I text Tammy and Kellie to let them know that I messed up and wouldn't be able to make it.  They were so sweet and changed it so that I could make it.  I was happy about that but feel a little guilty because then Keri couldn't make it.  Tammy sent me a nice text that made me feel good and loved.  That's why I didn't want to miss!

I love our girl time!  I love these crazy gals...Tammy is the craziest...but it's her birthday so she can be crazy if she wants to.  Many people wished her happy birthday today while we were at the Blue Lemon.  We were sitting right by the door and people would wish her a Happy Birthday as they left.  It was fun!

These gals make me laugh out loud.  These gals make me feel loved and valued.  These gals mean the world to me!  I sure do love each of them.  I'm thankful that they wanted me there!

Halloween Family Dinner

This year instead of me making everything for our Halloween Dinner each of the kids brought something.  It was nice having help since dinner is so soon after church.  I made intestines (big noodles in sauce) that could be topped with maggots. (shredded cheese)  Natalie brought bones. (breadsticks) Trichelle and Julie brought weeds. (salads)  Kelsi and Braxton brought Sadie all dressed up in a cute Halloween dress and monsters. (doughnuts) Jaydan made brew. (lime sherbet drink)  Trichelle also brought a tray of colorful brownies.  It was yummy and fun having everyone here.

When everyone is here the house is noisy and messy and lots happening.  I love it!  I love visiting with my kids and watching the grands enjoy each other.  The little girls are interacting more and more and are so cute.

I sure do love my cute family and every single tradition we have that gets us all together.  Booyah!