Day 304/365 - October 31

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

We had a great time together this afternoon/evening. Wes, Avery, and I all went trick or treating together around the neighborhood.

While playing with the neighbor from across the street this afternoon, Avery asked if she wanted to come trick or treating with use. She said she would check and see if she could.

We stopped by before leaving and after waiting a few minutes, Portia joined us.

I know Avery's eyes are closed, but it's the only pic of the two girls together.

Day 303/365 - October 30

Avery and I had lots of errands and running around to do today.

While we were out, I stopped by Bruster's for a quick cup of ice cream for my sweet girl. This is where we always stopped for ice cream on the way home from St. James last year.

While it is still close to our house, we just don't go in that direction very often. It was definitely a treat for Avery!

Day 302/365 - October 29

I woke up bright and early this morning (after getting to bed at 1:00), so I could wrap the cake pops I made last night.

This is what I walked into.

The dogs got them off the counter and ate half of them. After falling into a chair in tears, I pulled myself together and proceeded to get ready. Avery was heartbroken as well. I promised her I would make another batch over the weekend for her to take to school on Monday.

At least we still had the teacher gifts, right?

And it's "dress like a farmer day" to wrap up their agriculture study, so that helped some too.

After getting home tonight, Wes decided it was time to tackle Avery's ecosystem science project. We all headed out to Hobby Lobby in search of supplies. I probably could have sent the two of them and stayed home (and enjoyed a quiet evening), but he would've been lost in there and I was feeling kinda nice :)

A few hours and $100 later, we made it back home with a ton of supplies. I'm glad Wes made the trip to the store to actually see how much of all this stuff costs. I truthfully think he always thought I "made up" how expensive projects and supplies were...until now!

Wes and Avery quickly got to work. They assembled and painted.

They cut and painted.

They assembled a little more and called it a night.

Day 301/365 - October 28

That craft project I was working on last night?

Tags for the Halloween goodies I am making to send to Avery's class.

Since I didn't get to work on them as much as I wanted last night (with George's hospital trip), I was running behind tonight.

It ended up being a super late night. Think I finally crawled into bed around 1:00. At least there are enough cake pops for Avery's entire class. Just gotta wrap them all up in the morning. {sigh}

Day 300/365 - October 27

I had a dentist appointment this afternoon to get a quick filling taken care of. Took less than 20 minutes from numbing to finish - yippee!!

Avery had a pretty good load of homework and so she pulled out her backpack and got to work in the corner.

It's so nice to have an afternoon/evening routine and stick with it even with other things come up!

On the way home from the dentist, we stopped by to check on my Mom and George. He had his first chemo treatment on Monday (10/25). While we were there, George got very ill and ended up going to the hospital. I took Avery home and met Mom at the hospital.

I had alot of crafting and cooking I was planning to get done tonight and decided to take what I could to the hospital with me.

Unfortunately, scissors are a dangerous weapon and set off metal detectors. Even kindergarten scissors with rounded tips.

They were confiscated and I was told I could pick them up when I left the ER.

I couldn't resist snapping a picture of the property receipt and my "violation." Did you notice the spelling? sizzors

Good times, good times.

Day 299/365 - October 26

The whole point of this project is to remember everyday events and things.

I figured, as much "stuff" as I use on my hair...

See, I have naturally curly hair (at least 4 inches from my scalp on down) and LOTS of it. For the longest time, I tried all these trendy cuts and was always disappointed that my hair didn't "look like that."

I finally gave up and just went with the curls...long and boring, requiring no work.

Once I realized I was tired of that, my hairdresser got it through my head that my hair can do other stuff too...just with a little help.

I use a straightening gel, volume reducer, and cream sealant on my damp hair. Then I finish it off with a cream and a quick moisture blocking hairspray. Oh, and I use a straightening shampoo and conditioner too.

It's amazing what the right product can do for a girl!

Day 298/365 - October 25

Today's photo is a bit fuzzy and out of focus, but I couldn't resist using it. Avery came out of her room dressed and ready to go to volleyball practice tonight.

As you can see, she has on a red headband, tie died shirt (pink and purple mind you), royal blue shorts, and orange socks that you can't see.

"I'm just going to practice Mom."