That's a wrap! Halloween 2016 was a good one.  Given how hectic the last few months were Halloween loomed too large for me by late September. Big siblings we thought would be here also ended up with changed plans.  We scaled back considerably though still mostly kept our family theme tradition.  This year it was Grease, which is pretty funny really considering I haven't let the kids watch the movie lol.  They've discovered Happy Days though and we just merged it all up.  Our wonderful daughter in law's family loaned Tess her poodle skirt.  Abbie desperately wanted poodle skirts this year.  (expect to see an upcycle of her cheer outfit for her birthday next month)

It means the WORLD to me when big's are game to dress up.  

You have to get into character if you want me to take pictures. It's just understood. Work it!

And Momma is NOT going to all this trouble and missing out on the fun.  No wall flowers here! We had a fabulous block party at the neighbors' so there was some Pink Lady action goin' on. I realize I am waaaaaaay pushing the reality envelope as a Pink Lady but I am NOT ready to be the principal lady, ok?  Just scroll quickly.

K-man had a costume party of his own this weekend.  He was not game for dressing up initially til we landed on Clark Kent, who is sorta mid-century himself. 

Back to the block party.  So much fun! B shed his jacket to try that doughnut race. 

What we brought.  Candy Corn Cupcakes.  A layer of brownie batter, a layer of cake batter, and frosting.  Pretty sure the frosting comes out best when your 6yo neighbor girl is on hand to sprinkle for you.