We knew our initiation to this big event was crucial to feeling like we are officially part of the community. :)
Last night was the kick-off to a five day festival that we are very much looking forward to. It was the night that decorated pumpkins are collected on the courthouse lawn, where booths are open, food for kids is free (we love that word), a huge cake-cutting ceremony kicks off the event, and the streets are filled with ghosts, witches, princesses and little kitty cats going from store to store trick-or-treating.
Unfortunately, Todd was only able to catch the tail end of it due to his practice schedule. We were so glad he could come though.
So it was a mommy and quinny event, and I am mastering the art of how to handle a toddler in a large crowd of people by myself. One, bring the stroller (the one that you don't have to buckle her into for easy climb out and trick-or-treat access. Two, trade in the diaper bag for husbands over the shoulder backpack (easier for chasing). Three, bring snacks, drinks, and distractable items just in case. Four, forget the nice camera and bring the point-and-shoot, you won't be able to get many good pictures anyway when there is a huge crowd and she is holding your hand standing in lines for candy - one less item to bring along - check! Five, remember that she is one, she doesn't need much candy and she really just likes to collect a few, play with them and people watch. :)
meow.
people watching.
sharing our slice of cake from the cake-cutting ceremony.
smiley kitty with mommy.
daddy is here!
looking at all the decorated pumpkins.
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