Halloween

The kids got gobs of "treats" last night. But I was somewhat disappointed that we didn't have many of our own neighborhood goblins, etc. show. The turnout was pretty low. I enjoy seeing the costumes, esp on the littlest of kids.

Fortunately, the rain (that the weathermen said wasn't coming!) cleared out by 4 PM or so and the winds died down to bearable. It was cold, though, lower 40s and upper 30s. Ash didn't stay out too long and the Bopps dressed real warmly with his gloves.

I may be just a bit biased, but Ashley was the cutest witch I have ever seen. Bopper was so very anxious to get out there, even doing a good portion of Lake Sherwood! The Codester had a penguin costume on for a short while and was great. Toss in the good time the kids had at Mott on Fri and I'd say they really enjoyed Halloween 2009!

BTW, the Codester is recovering from his delayed circumcision. Yesterday, he was fine, as active as always!, until time to change his wrap/ointment. Ooohh! He wasn't at all happy about that, poor little guy. He cried and fussed (and I mean fussed!) for almost half an hour before settling down. I hope it's more discomfort than actual pain. Once, I got him calmed, he was back to himself, just a great deal of fun.

Today is dry, mostly sunny, with most of the wind gone. Lots of leaves, colorful they were, have disappeared with two days of rain and wind. Too bad. Although there weren't many fiery reds, the deep golds and browns and yellows were really beautiful. Now, we await the pretty snowfalls.