The kids have been so excited for this day. We have played trick or treat down our hallway, practiced saying Trick or Treat and counted down the hours till it was time to go out. Aidan kept saying all day "It is actually Halloween DAY. It is today!" Lacey was in better spirits tonight and was ready to get some candy. Aidan was dressed as an "army guy". He had decided to be this months ago and thank goodness didn't change his mind. He kept telling me that he was in the Army of Helaman. Not sure they wore camo but hey who really knows. I thought it was cute anyway. Lacey was a Barbie Ballerina. It wasn't good enough to be just a ballerina. She had to be a Barbie ballerina. Which was fine by me because we already had the outfit for her.
We went with some of our friends to a great neighborhood where some other friends live. When we pulled into their subdivision the streets were lined with cars and there were billions of people everywhere. It was a good sign of a good neighborhood but man I had never seen anything like it. The weather was amazing. I think it was in the high 60's so it wasn't cold at all. I was so grateful. The houses were decorated so fun and it seemed most houses were open for business.
Aidan and his little buddy led the way and kept us going. They never tired and were just all about getting the candy. Lacey had a little friend too with her but they were a little more dainty and girly about it. They rode in the stroller and took their time going up to each door. The first couple of doors the kids would come back to me and say "THEY GAVE US CANDY!!!" Like it was a shock to them that people were really giving them candy. Then they started to tell me when they said Trick or Treat really good or when they remembered to say thank you. It was pretty cute. Half way through Lacey took off her shoes and was just walking in her tights. She also fell once and tore holes in both knees of her tights. It didn't stop her though. I think Aidan was sad it was over and has already asked when the next Halloween is. Lacey was burned out toward the end and fell asleep soon after we got home. We had a super fun time.
The kids went through their candy once we got home. Aidan picked out all the ones he doesn't like and then he picked out all the Reese Pieces and gave them to me. Now, that is a good kid. It was a great night but really would have been perfect if Ryan was there with us. We sure missed him.
6 comments:
I am so glad you posted this. I am almost sick that I wasn't there. Two years in a row, I mean come on.
I think the kids look great. Thanks for making it such a good day for them.
They look GREAT!!!! They just crack me up. It is funny to watch the little ones still amazed to get candy from EVERYONE. And don't you think it's funny that most people will give the littlest kids the MOST candy. They pull the hardest on the heartstings, I guess.
I'm with you Ryan. I wish I could be in Portland, Boise, Twin Falls, Louisville, Orlando and NYC all that the same time just to enjoy the fun and amazement of Trick or Treats. I'm a kid at heart and love to dress up and see the costumes of every one else. The kids look darling Tiffany. You are such a good mother. You make it fun and exciting. I love those sparkley moments of wonder. It really isn't about the candy, its about the excitement. love you MOM
Tiffany,
Found your blog off of the group, thought I would drop a line-- I was alone too with the kids for the evening (my Jeff was flying and had an evening in NY), but we made the most of it. Looks like you guys had fun, I love the costumes!
Tiff, It is so fun to read the stories about the kids and to see the pictures. I love it. I agree with your mom. You are fabulous and I am so grateful for you.
Eva
Cute little ones! I think that your little gal and my little Sam would love to play dress-ups together! They look like they had a great time.
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