Monday, October 31, 2011

Trick or Treating

Yesterday, we spent all day trick or treating. We decided to go on Sunday because we only visit family and I didn't want to go after work. For a week before, we practiced saying "trick or treat" and "thank you". We had a LONG day, but the kids were great and were spoiled rotten. Here's the breakdown of the day...




Stop #1: Grammie and Pops' House

We got to Sturgis around 10:00. The kids got treats from Grammie and Pops, Aunt Katie, Aunt Beth, and Judy. It is crazy how much stuff they got! We were able to visit with everyone for a while and enjoy a yummy lunch of bbq chicken and bbq pork sandwiches. Grammie even had time to fix Macie's Rapunzel baby (her dress split the night before and Macie was panicked) . We left Sturgis a little after noon so the kids could nap and we could visit other places.








Parker loved the Curious George book we got him!

Macie's Tangled Hair



Ninja Gavin, Rapunzel (aka Tangled Princess) Macie, and Monkey Parker

Macie gave Judy a hug after getting a treat bag

Gavin wanted to give her a hug, but wasn't satisfied with just that. He wanted a kiss too!

Stop #2: Miss Crook's House
Grammie and Pops' neighbor, Miss Crook, is always so good to my kids. She had a goody bag of candy for each kid, a ball for Gavin, and a princess figurine for Macie. We didn't stay for long because we had to load up in the van.


Stop #3: Aunt Julie and Uncle Alan's House
Our first stop in Evansville was my Aunt Julie and Uncle Alan's house. They are my godparents and we've included them in our Halloween tradition. We had to wake the kids up when we got there, so it took a minute for Macie to warm up. Macie and Gavin each got another treat bag with a homemade cookie in it! Before we left their house, we stopped to see Pap. Pap was so excited to see the kids and ran inside to get the kids some candy!



Stop #4: Aunt Jennifer and Uncle Gary's House
After we left the Gaissers, we drove down the lane to visit Aunt Jennifer and Uncle Gary. They were excited to see the kids and Macie was out of her shell by then. They got fruit snacks, a juice box, and big Reese cups. Uncle Gary was working on their front porch and the kids were fascinated by all of the tools. We had a nice little visit and then we were on our way!


Stop #5: Aunt Allie's House
Aunt Allie's house was our next stop. We wanted to trick or treat at her house, but had no plans to stay long because we were all heading to my parents' house for dinner. Aunt Allie had a Dora book for Macie and an Elmo book for Gavin. She also got them a marshmallow treat. I gave the kids a quick snack of fruit snacks and a juice box. Then, we were off to our final stop!




Stop #6: Grandma and Grandpa's House
Our final stop of the day was my parents' house. It was nice to sit and relax for a bit. The kids each got a tub of cotton candy and a few other treats. They played outside and had a blast. We had another delicious meal of bbq chicken legs and sides. Overall the kids had a great day. We headed home a little before 6 and the kids were sound asleep by 6:15! What a great day!

"Trick or Treat"



Grandma got some orange and black treats like Macie requested!


The Final Results...6 houses and all of this...

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