Ready or not...

October, though not a particularly chilly month this year, has brought us the coveted beginnings of the holidays and Elena and Michael are prepared for the first of those holidays, with their Halloween costumes ready to go. Though they both got a kick out of Papa's mask (as seen), this is not the costume either will don on all Hallow's eve...stay tuned for more on that.

For now, Elena has adjusted to her six year old duties and though she continues to have trouble with excessive talking in Kindergarten, she is improving in soccer and attitude at home (Thank you, Love and Logic). She was also awarded a special necklace for raising $30 for the PTA from her lemonade stand proceeds (seen below with neighbor and best pal, Kelsey). It was a proud day and she felt very grown up.

Michael has developed his own little sassy pants and loves to hit his sister in the face. Though I have to say, his rage is rare and he is still the calmest two-year old boy I've seen. He wakes in the morning to lay many kisses on his Mommy and profess his love. He gets forgiven some things for this, I admit.

Mommy and Daddy have each had a girls and boys weekend away (respectively) and though I'd love to show some photos from Daddy's weekend, nothing seems to exist (snicker). Daddy also started his MBA program on Thursday and we're just beginning to get a taste. I remain very excited for him and equally nervous about the impact on the family. I'm hoping we all adjust soon.

That's all for now...time is increasingly limited and I need to start the annual Blog Book and Photo Albums for the kids. Ready or not, here those holidays come!