More Halloween Happenings

I don't know about you guys, but I am increasingly grateful for the month of November. Not only is it a wonderful month to focus on blessings and gratitude, I love that it provides a nice long lull between the craziness of Halloween and Christmas. After almost two weeks straight of Halloween festivities, I am thrilled to be leaving it behind this year. Here's a quick recap of the rest of our Halloween activities this year.

Spooky Gingerbread house decorating:


Pumpkin Carving:

Halloween Outfit Wearing:

{Addie had the same outfit as Makenna, I guess I never managed to get a picture of her in it}

Dance Class Halloween performances for the girls:

{Makenna's class danced to Monster Mash}
{Addison's class danced to Purple People Eater - I'll see if I can get the videos up once Blogger isn't so SLOW}

School Boo Bash:


{I only took a few pictures because I was single parenting as Allen was at a Scout Certification Campout - who plans these things for Halloween weekend?!? Between keeping track of Addie, holding treat bags, a camera and Addie's costume, not many pics were taken but it was a fun night! Every class had a booth/activity that the kids could participate in plus a parade, yummy food and unlimited cupcake walk!}

Ward Halloween Carnival:

{A family in our ward organizes a Halloween carnival every year for families who want to participate. Each family sets up a game or booth and we have a potluck dinner. It was SO much fun - my kids were in heaven and it was a very relaxed activity. C&M spent most of the evening playing with their friends at the park instead of playing at the booths!}

Traditional Halloween Dinner (dinner in a pumpkin & mummy dogs):


The big kids did not even wear their "official" costumes for Trick or Treating last night. They both pulled out costumes from our dress up box for the night. I was relieved that I didn't have to do pink hair/makeup again (the kids bathroom is still covered in pink hairspray) or do Carter's makeup. Overall, it was a great and busy Halloween season and we had a wonderful time this year.