Happy Halloween

So today was a super busy day at the school for the boys.  Even though it is Wednesday there was no Mass, Mass will be tomorrow.  Today there was excitement as everyone was getting ready for parties and trick or treating. I decided that there was no point in going home so I took my computer and edited in the van between parties and work.
The day started with John Michael's report card conference.  He did super great and I am so proud of him.  He is really growing up, which makes momma happy and sad all at the same time.

John Michael's party started the day at 10:15.  It was super fun, they went into the lunchroom and had a special snack.  A cookie cake and some pretzels.  They will be sent home with some massive goody bags, but Mrs. Cannova is going to hold them until time to go home.  I cannot say that I blame her at all. 

Danny's party was at 1:30.  They had Chicken Nuggets, and all sorts of treats.  There were chocolate dipped pretzel sticks, pretzel spiders, cupcakes, chips, and two goody bags, one from the parents and one from Miss Donaldson.  Needless to say they had a great time, and so did the parents.  I am always thankful that I can be there for my boys during the school year.  It is a blessing that I do not take for granted.

Work was business as usual.  Except for Debbie and I made the kids special Halloween snacks.  It was a fun day at ASC for the teachers and the kiddos.

We came home and got ready so taht the boys could go trick or treating.  Well so that we all could.  Amy, Terry, Sasha and Connor came over to walk the neighborhood with us. To say that they got a lot of candy is an understatement.  There were a lot of houses with lights out, and I am guessing that they were at church, especially since Halloween fell on Wednesday.  Some of the neighbors were amazing, there was a house decked out as a pirate ship with Pirates of the Carribean playing on the garage.  There was a "Thriller" house, it was all great.  Another thing I am thankful for is a great neighborhood!

We came home and hung out and of course inspected the candy.  Then it was time for bed for everyone.  I hope that everyone had a very happy and safe Halloween. 

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween everyone. I have to say this is definitely my favorite holiday. It is just fun without any stress, just in general good times, which is something that we all need at least one time a year.

Today was John Michael's first day at school. I know that he was glad to be going. When I woke him up this morning he asked if this was the day that he got to go back to school. When I told him yes, he was up and dressed and ready to go. If only every Monday morning were so easy. He was so excited when we got to school. I think Danny thought he was a little nuts. Danny enjoys school, and fortunately has never had to miss more than a random day or two, so he did not know what it was like to be stuck at home doing nothing for over a week. I walked John Michael in just to let his teacher know he should be 100%. She was so glad to see him back too, which made him and me feel good.

Today was the Halloween Parties for both of the boys. It worked out perfectly so that I could be at and help with both. Danny's party was at 12:20, I ended up being 3 minutes late, but I made it. They had yummy cupcakes and got some really great Halloween glasses that they all had fun showing off. His party lasted until 12:45, because of music lessons and math labs that they do every Monday. John Michael's party started at 1:20. We did a cute pumpkin craft, had cupcakes, fruit and other goodies. Both parties were great and the boys had a blast. Danny said it was a great Monday at school.

We came home finished up homework, fortunately there was not much. The boys got their costumes on and as soon as Brandon came home we headed out.

John Michael really wanted Sneaky Pete's for dinner, since it was Halloween and they are Sneaky it was perfect according to him. We ate early so we could get or trick or treat on early. The odd thing is (or was then) that he did not eat.

We started trick or treating. First we went to my mom's neighborhood. Then we went to a neighborhood down the street. It was so much fun and the boys racked up. We left there and went to visit Aunt Paula and trick or treat there for a little while. On our way there John Michael said that his tummy hurt, but then said that he needed to go potty. As soon as we got there he went potty and seemed fine. Right before we left to hit the streets with their bags, John Michael got sick. It was bad, and I feel so sorry for my little man. I am hoping that his hernia is just messed up, but we shall see.

We got home got him cleaned up and the Danny got in the shower. He was a good sport especially considering that we had to ct our plans short because his brother got sick. He got in the shower while I went through the mound of candy that is now taking over our kitchen.

The All Saints Day Mass is tomorrow and I have a photo shoot right afterwards. Praying that John Michael is OK and can go to school, but it is not looking promising. If it is his hernia and he feels better he will be able to go to school. We shall see what tomorrow brings. I am going to go back to editing as I feel like I will be sleeping in the living room with my little guy. Good night to everyone. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Happy Halloween to you all!

Trunk or Treat

So today the boys' had to get their rooms cleaned. While this was not what they wanted to do it was what they had to do if they wanted to go to Trunk or Treat at the church tonight. The plan was to go there and go to Mass. We left there early though to run by the store before Mass. I had to get things to finish up goody bags for tomorrow's Halloween parties and we had some time to kill.
We also went to Northpark's Fall Festival. The boys wanted to get more candy and waiting till tomorrow was not what they wanted to hear. We did not stay long, but we did let them get a few pieces.
It was a nice family night with my 3 boys! I have to say I am so ready for tomorrow night though. Halloween is so much fun and so little stress, which makes it awesome! The boys seem really excited too.
I have the goody bags ready for Kindergarten, and candy to take to third grade to add to their goody bags. I am looking forward to spending the afternoon with the boys' in their classes. I have told Brandon to get to work early and get off early so we can start trick or treating early! Hopefully it will all work out!
Well, I am off to finish a few pictures and then to bed. Know that I am praying for you all!