Halloween Happenings

Here are some of the decor the girls and I made this year. Adam's addition is the "Asian". 

These took forever to cut out! I finally stopped being my usual control freak, and let the girls help. Glad I did. They look pretty real too - One of Jenna's friends came to the door and was telling Jenna how she thought they were real. It was kind of funny.

Cutting this also tried my patience, but it turned out alright. Anna drew the face, Jenna traced her hands and feet, and Kate did the ribs after I had to throw away too many plates due to failed attempts.

Now for the eye candy- costumes! Let's start with the oldest so that's over with :)

Moody Greek goddess (my alter ego...)

The day of, Jesse borrowed his "Spartan" costume from a friend whose mom made it.

We didn't plan on matching, but it ended up that way. Make way for the Greeks!

Don't ask cause I have no answers.

Ms. M&M. She was quite popular at school :)

Next we have a "nerdy poodle girl".

And lastly, Princess Jenna.

How You Doin?

Dance the Night Away

Here are pictures of Jesse's homecoming. Isn't his date gorgeous?

40 Years

My mom is now 40! But no worries, you'd never know just by looking at her. Lucky lucky...

We were graced by the presence of Jared and Lani's crew and Jan and Ethan.

We had DELICIOUS food prepared by my dad and myself. The menu? Turkey steaks, homemade rosemary fries, homemade potato salad, fruits, chips, homemade limeade and apple juice.

I made the cake and all I can remember is that it was chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. What can I say, I'm a female. There can never be too much chocolate. I remember mayonnaise too. I attempted to do 'ruffle' frosting, but the frosting was a bit runny. And then I ran out and had to make more, hence the different colors. But it was mighty yummy! My vocabulary is awesome right :)

And finally, the opening of gifts...

Fancy Art

At the end of July, Jenna and I took a couple of art classes from the art teacher at Cascade Elementary. We did two watercolor paintings. It was fun!

Jenna's art

My art

Adam Turns 15

Adam is now playing lacrosse, so that was his gift this year. And if you haven't already guessed, I love to make photos look like they were taken in the 60's. It's my favorite editing style. Just so y'all know :)