We had 2 ninjas, a spook and a witch.
Halloween was amazing this year.
Not just because the air outside was warm and the sky glowed pink with puffy gold clouds and the kids didn't have to wear a big winter coat and cover up their costumes.
Not because we have the most amazing ward that can pull off a mean trunk-or-treat decked out with Halloween family spirit.
It was because a ton of the cousins were together and I was having a "good" day. You better believe I sucked in every breath and as I exhaled I whispered a little "thank you." I squeezed Justin's hand and walked around the neighborhood taking in all the seasonal spookiness. I was grateful I did not crash... until a few days later (just keeping it real :)).
One of the best parts of Halloween is a little tradition some of our friends make possible. He happens to be our dentist and has a CANDY BUYBACK!
For every pound of candy, he gives the kids a dollar. He then ships the boxes full of candy to the US troops.
The kids collect their money and sign a card for the troops, grab a pumpkin bar, some wassail, and get a goody bag.
They use their own money and we head to the movies!
Goodbye junk and I am a happy mama!
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