We are putting the Halloween costumes in the dress up box, packing up the pumpkins and yes, hanging up the football cleats (yes, sadly - our season ended yesterday but truly this deserves a post all its own). In their places, we are planning our Thanksgiving Day menu, pulling out the evergreen garland and brushing the dust off of our basketball high tops.
As my friend Christy says, it always seems that just when we get a little weary of the sights and sounds of daily routine, things change and we get a fresh new set of activities and things to look forward to. That time is surely here and I''m happy to usher it in, I just can't for the life of me believe how quickly the time passes.
Before we completely turn the page, here's a look back at lots of very busy fun...
I asked Lilly's teacher if I could come in and do caramel apples with her class -- her teacher loved the idea so we did it. I had moments of "What was I thinking?" but it turned out to be so much fun. The kids loved it. I had fun too.
Caramel Apple Day with KC -- a picture of Lilly with her first "crush"....Tony.....he is absolutely as sweet as he looks in this picture.
Lilly's turn with her apple....
Beautiful Creations --
Winston's first carry on a kick-off return. He got taken down by a vicious face-mask tackle shortly after this picture was taken but a great effort by #44.
Winston and his buddy Griffin - their teams played each other. On the field, they were formidable opponents but afterwards, friends again!
My Future Foxes at the Swamp....great annual night at the high school we are zoned for...a family night of fun and football. It doesn't get much better than a Friday Night high school football game!
Lilly with our principal, the incomparable Rene Harris. I can't even put into the words the treasure she is to our students and our school. We are so blessed.
Winston flanked by 2 of his best, most prized friends. One is exactly like him, the other is polar opposite....but my goodness how he loves these two boys.
Kindergartners ready to take the field. Love that smile on my girls' face.
I have absolutely NO skills in the area of pastry bags and frosting, but I did manage to make some pig cookies that actually looked like PIGS!! These were for Lilly's farm week at school. Loved them!!
Love our newest addition to the Halloween decoration inventory! Thanks Holly!
Our fall festival at Beech Hill was the best ever, if I do say so myself!! It's always a ton of work but so much fun for our students. I love this picture -- Lilly breaking it down with Miss Maddie and Mrs. Lois -- 2 of our custodial gems at school. This one just might make the yearbook!
Our flapper and Braves baseball player for Halloween 2010. Winston's costumes are always pretty easy to assemble and Lilly won 3rd place in the Costume Contest at the Trunk or Treat at church. It was a super cute costume! This was taken on Storybook Character Day at School.
And sweet Lilly Lou begins her first year with Basketball. She's one of very few girls playing but she isn't the least bit phased by that -- having a big brother helps!! Looking forward to watching her play and have fun!
And in a moment I am very proud of - I managed to plan and execute a successful SURPRISE party for 2 of my good friends with fall birthdays. This was in the works for many weeks and it took much coordination but it came together perfectly. Here's a picture of Kellie as she arrives to see a dining room full of her friends. Shayne was surprised too but I didn't have my camera ready for that one. YAY!! I love it when a plan comes together!
