Getting Ready for Halloween

Who's That Girl?

Just a cool self portrait from Emily.

Halloween Parties

The kids spent the day enjoying Halloween Parties with their friends. Emily went back to her elementary school to enjoy the Fall carnival with Ally and Cassie.

Grayson's class made their own popcorn costumes and trick or treated around the school.
He was so cute, Jeff was going to eat him up!

Monkey Around at Pretend City

The boys were very excited to check out this Curious George exhibit at Pretend City.

When we got to the new exhibit, we were greeted by this handsome doorman.

Cole wasted no time blasting off in George's rocket ship.
So many things to explore. I am sure we will be going back soon.

Last Day As a Four Year Old

Grayson decided to spend his last day as a four year old at the Santa Ana Zoo.
The eagle is his favorite animal on the carousel.

Cole was being a little monkey as usual.

Treats in the Trunk

Each Halloween Grayson's preschool puts on a party they call Treats in the Trunk.

The kids love showing off their costumes before Halloween.

They also like getting an early start on those candy buckets.

Grayson's Birthday Trip

After several months of waiting, Grayson finally got to go on his Disneyland birthday trip. With Emily gone and Cole at home, Grayson got to call all the shots.

One favorite spot was Pirate Island. He loved exploring the caves. I did my best to keep up with him, but he managed to lose me a few times.

He was quite the daring pilot on the rockets.

The Buzz Lightyear ride is always a hit.

Nothing says birthday outing like a gigantic ice cream sandwich.
Since it was a drizzly, school day, the lines were short enough to squeeze in 14 rides and two meals. We all arrived home happy and tired.

Twilight

I am getting concerned that Emily may be reading too many of those vampire books. It seems to be affecting her somehow. Well, at least she still has good taste in music.

Happy Birthday

The birthday twins celebrated another birthday together. Nana and Cole spent a wonderful morning together filled with presents and family.

I am sure Cole is going to spend many mornings enjoying his birthday gifts.