Halloween Fun!

We had a fun Halloween. It started with Lizzie and I making Pumpkin Bread for her class party. It turned out very yummy! We made mini bread loaves and cut into slices… it was the perfect size for kindergarteners.

Yesterday afternoon, Sarah and I went to the school Halloween parade. The kids walked down Main Street then crossed over and came back on the other side. Sarah and I camped out in front of the Post Office. It turned out to be a beautiful day and warm enough that the kids didn’t have to wear their coats.

After school we came home and got ready for trick-or-treating. Anna and Lizzie loved having make-up put on. I think they were the prettiest Princess Aurora and Princess Snow White I have ever seen. I wonder if we’ll ever have a Halloween without a princess?

I was going to dress Sarah up as a cow but in the end switched to a ladybug. I figured I couldn’t let her get by without wearing it since both Anna and Lizzie wore it also…it’s a tradition I can’t break.

We took the girls in to town to trick or treat. It was their first experience with going house to house. I loved watching them in their excitement. There were a couple of spooky houses and costumes that scared Lizzie but all in all they had a blast. We got a late start but still had a great time. Even I am looking forward to next year.

A few pictures of the views from the hike Allen, Sarah and I went on today.




This picture was taken through one of those binocular contraptions that are found in scenic view places. I didn't think it would turn out very well but I was pleasantly surprised. I keep wanting to call it a view finder. If anyone knows what they are called let me know. There are over 100 islands in Lake Winnipesaukee most of which are inhabited. Crazy, huh? How would you like to live on an island? What would you do if there was an emergency? There's no boat ambulance is there?

Isn't the color around us wonderful. Especially at this time of year the world is so beautiful. These pictures are just a snippet of what's in our yard. Lizzie had a fun time throwing leaves in the air.

A beautiful view of Lake Winnipesaukee.

I Love My Girls!!!

Today was one of those days where I just sit back and think to myself...I love being a mom! It's great when you can catch those moments and really enjoy them. My moment today was Coats. We dug the coat box out of storage because it's turned quite cold quite a bit faster than we are used to. Coats were everywhere, all over the kitchen floor and so were we. Sarah made herself a bed, as well as an attack zone. Watch out if you're ever in the vicinity when little Sarah grabs hold of box, you'll get pounded. After quite the giggling match, I had to dig my girls out of the coats. Double duty for Mom! But hey, dress-up is fun no matter what you're putting on.

Allen's friend John, and his wife, invited us to go apple picking. It's something I've wanted to do so we were excited! The girls had so much fun, even Sarah got in on the action. She picked an apple and didn't let go of it until she decided to chuck it at Anna and Lizzie in the car. You can eat as many apples as you want while you are picking and Lizzie claimed 2 for herself. She was so proud she ate right down to the core!!

I've decided I'm making a dedicated fund just for "pick your own" fruits and veggies next year so I can can for my family.

HOORAY! HOORAY! HOORAY!
We found out yesterday that Allen passed the New Hampshire Bar Exam! Yea! We are so excited for him and are very proud of all his hard work and many, many hours of studying.
We love you Allen!!!

Sarah

Just a quick update, here are few pictures of our now one year old and her yummy cake. More commentary will follow in the next couple of days.