Gray Ghost Run

The city of Anoka which is located in our county is known as the "Halloween Capital of the World".  The entire month is filled with events revolving around Halloween.  They end their month of activities on Halloween day with a 5K costume run and parade.  A few of my closest friends asked me to participate with them, I was hesitant at first since I've never done a 5K before, but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to dress up as a Disney villain and spend time with the girls.  

The race was a lot of fun, so much that I see myself doing it again next year and maybe a few more before that one.  I joyfully finished and even was able to celebrate with dad (Nate) and Elyse who came to cheer me on.  

THE DISNEY VILLAINS

Steph (Mother Gothel), Rachel (Ursula), Heather (Maleficent), (Yzma), Nicki (Cruella), Rebecca (Captain Hook) and Steph (Queen of Hearts)

Happy Halloween

We continued our annual tradition of having friends over for dinner and then taking the kids trick o'treating around our neighborhood.  It's very simple, but so much fun for both the kids and us parents.  Already excited to do it again next year.

Boys went as Paw Patrol: Chase, Ryder and Marshall

Elyse went as the beautiful ribbon witch

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Caleb's First Field Trip

Earlier this week, Caleb and his preschool class went on their first field trip. Unfortunately I was unable to go, but thankfully one of my best friends was able to attend with her son and kindly took some great pictures of Caleb picking out his pumpkin and riding his first bus ride. I know it's a day he won't forget as he had so much to talk about when he got home that day. 

Thankful Thursday

Today I am thankful for fall!  I just LOVE fall.  I love sweatshirt and jeans weather, I love all the beautiful colors the leaves turn, and I love being able to play at a park with no one there besides my boys.

Bonfire

Dad (Nate) came up with a great and fun family activity that we participated in this evening.  We spent our time outside in the backyard making a huge bonfire.  After the bonfire was built, we cooked hot dogs and made s'mores for dinner...delicious!

MEA

This week MEA is taking place.  MEA stands for Minnesota Education Association; three days in October schools are off so teachers can take classes to better their teaching, and high school students can visit colleges.  Needless to say, since the kids are off we have three days packed full of fun with lots of play dates and places to go, like parks.

Wordless Wednesday