Happy Halloween

What an amazing Halloween!  It has been a non-stop day.  Just to set the stage we have been experiencing torrential downpours since Friday night.  

First part of the day was Kylie's class and school participated in a Halloween Parade.  Kylie hung out with her friend Madison while they collected candy along the way.  

Here is a shot of the whole class (Yes Kylie wasn't too happy she wanted the candy!)

 Here is a picture of Kylie and Madison getting Candy from Popo the Puppet

  

Here is Kylie and I in her class.  Super happy girl! 

After Kylie's Parade at school it was back home as I was lucky enough to work from home today.  In the midst of that we also planned a garage party.  I know your all jealous that you weren't able to attend the party in my garage but we planned ahead in case there was any rain.  The purpose of the party was that everyone had some food prior to going trick or treating, there was a one stop Halloween Candy location for five houses (all the kids that came thought they scored) and the women and men took turn taking the kids trick or treating.  What a concept right??  Did I mention we were safe if the downpours continued?    Well low and behold right after we ate the blue skies came out and the ran stayed away so we could trick or treat.    

Kylie really enjoyed Trick or Treating this year and went door to door knocking and saying Trick or Treat.  She even remembered her manners and said Thank You.  She stayed out til almost 9 tonight with our great friends and neighbors and fell asleep in seconds after her shower.  

We had a great time this Halloween surrounded by amazing friends/neighbors, good food and one heck of a garage party. 

Here is the crew ready to go Trick or Treating

Here is the garage party!

Here is the kids table

 

Kylie and Daddy off to get some Candy

Dad my Bag is getting too full!

Our amazing pumpkin.  Thanks to our neighbor Andy who carved it for us.  It was quite popular tonight

WARNING - No child was injured in this picture.  Kylie and I moved the car from the driveway into the garage.  When I asked her what she thought of Trick or Treating this was her response. She loved it!

B I N G O

Tonight, Kylie Brian and I attended Halloween Bingo for Park Springs Elementary.  Kylie got to get all dressed up in her costume that was loving made by Grandma.  Although, Kylie didn't quite get the concept of BINGO she did have a blast as she knew many of the kids and parents there from our neighborhood.  The best Bingo Caller by far was our neighbor Mrs. Pankratz (aka Kelly).  However, she did not pull the winning Bingo Balls for us, maybe next time.  Not only did we get to play BINGO but we had pizza and drinks too!  

 Kylie's favorite part was the student council was selling baked goods.  She wanted to be very supportive of their efforts but decided on just one cupcake.  Thanks to Abbe, Marcie, Tina, Sherri, Diana and Bingo Caller Mrs. Pankratz for a fun time and making us feel like Park Springs Parents.  Let the Halloween Festivities Begin!  (Hurricane Rina go away we don't want you here!)

On Our Way

Smiley Ladybug Kylie

Kylie and Aaron (She was scared of him with his mask on)

Halloween Bingo Madness

When the Ladybug gives the event a Thumbs Up, you know it was good!

Three Weeks...

I have been traveling for almost three weeks and so thrilled to be home with Kylie and Brian.  Kylie didn't miss a beat as her Po Po and Gung Gung came down to help out and watch her as well as her Grandma.  We really have mastered the iPad with Skype and I feel like no matter where I am at I can see Kylie.  She would just sigh when she saw me and say Oh Mommy Work.  I sighed too!

Here are some of the things that occured in the last three weeks.

Kylie received this microphone from her Uncle Leo.  As you can tell even though we are  not sure what she is singing she feels that she has a future as a Singer/Song Writer.  Personally I might understand her more than Eminem. 

Kylie also received some awesome Hello Kitty stuff from Jess and Hugo for her birthday.  Kylie also attended the grand opening and got her hair and makeup done! 

 

Here is Kylie just being Kylie - Super Funny!

 

Lastly, yesterday we went to the Pumpkin Patch to make sure we were ready for Halloween!  

Happy Birthday Kylie and Brian

The last seven days have been filled with smiles, laughter, cake and well more cake.  We celebrated Kylie's 3rd Birthday at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World with both sets of Grandparents.  Kylie had an absolute blast!  Kylie is very fortunate to have amazing friends and family help to celebrate her special day.  The Dora Jeep she received from Grandpa and Grandma has been a huge hit and I am pretty sure if we let her she would sleep in it.  

We also celebrated Brian's 36th Birthday this weekend.  Kylie enjoyed singing Happy Birthday Daddy although she insisted on blowing out the candles.  

Thank You to everyone for making both birthdays so memorable.  We are truly blessed to have all of you in our lives!

Kylie, Grandpa and Grandma on the Carousel

Buzz Light year is one of Kylie's favorites!

One of Kylie's favorite rides - Flying Dumbo!  Kylie, Gung Gung and Po Po

Here we go again... This time with Grandma and Mom

Kylie and Grandpa on the Speedway.  I think she is sitting on his lap

Kylie and Mommy on the Speedway!  She is driving notice you don't see her!

Happy 3rd Birthday Kylie!

Let me have my cupcake!

Dora Jeep

Bippity Boppity Boo

A Birthday Bubble Bath!  Where is Kylie??

First Drive

Thanks Aaron for driving me around!

Look Mom no hands!

Daddy's Hamburger Birthday Cake

Kylie is almost THREE!

Only 7 more days until our Kylie turns 3!  Each year we drive to Pembroke Pines and have her portraits taken at the same place.  Here are some of our favorites, which haven't been cropped or centered yet.  We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! 

Fundraiser Time

In preparation for the holidays, Kylie's school is holding a fundraiser that 40% of the proceeds to go to her school.  This year they are buying digitial cameras for each class and photo printers for the school. 

Kylie Lum Fundraiser Link - New Adventures

If you would like to look at the opportunities great no pressure. If not no worries either...

Thank You!  Have  a GREAT weekend!

Whirlwind

We are so fortunate that we are surrounded by amazing friends and family!  There is never a dull moment in our weekend plans they are always jammed packed with fun.  The last two weekends were no exception!  

We were only home in our house to perhaps get some sleep and change clothes.  We were swimming, going to BBQs, eating out, attending a birthday party, getting haircuts, trips to the park, cheering on the Seminoles and of course our usual trips to Target.  It really is a small playground or at least for now I can still sell it as one!

Here are some pictures of all the fun

Cheering on the Seminoles!!  

William made this sign and 

brought it over for the game.

 Hanging by the pool

 Kylie enjoying her Chinese food.  This was the first time she liked the Egg Drop Soup.  Brian was so proud. 

Haircut and blow out for the Birthday Party! 

 

 

 Happy Birthday Becca.  Brian and I wanted to play on all of this!