November 1, 2021

Halloween 2021!

Happy November, my friends! Halloween 2021 is but a happy memory, and discarded costumes litter our floors. In the bright morning sunlight, the decorations that only last night seemed so spooky now look oddly out of place. Time to pack them away until next year, when we excitedly begin again. We celebrated Halloween with our 2nd Annual Halloween Party, and my kids took it up a notch this year! Their costumes were a secret until the party, so seeing what they all came up with was fun.

 
Madison searched forever to find the exact dress I wore when I was in high school! She came as me in 1987, when I was queen. Nicolas even shaved to recreate the 80's look! She did a fantastic job recreating the entire look.  Here is the photo she used as a reference!

P.S. (She found the dress on Poshmark. In the VINTAGE section! LOL)

Peyton and Chris went entirely against type and did a fantastic job! They put 100% into their costumes and literally become them! It was so funny trying to get Peyton to not smile because she is always smiling!!!! 

Rhett and Kyrstin needed no explanation!!!!! Rhett even did a spot-on commercial for his favorite KFC! And Kyrstin was the cutest chicken around!

Flynn looked perfect as a detective with her sidekick, Draper. She picked out every aspect of her costume, and we loved it! Bonus for me...all items are reusable!




We enjoyed games and prizes and snacks galore! Peyton once again provided the most amazing dessert to finish off the night!

Goodbye for now, Halloween!
See you next year!

And welcome, November.
We look forward to the quiet and peaceful anticipation you bring as we plan for the upcoming holiday season.

Have a wonderful Monday, my friends. And for my fellow Catholic readers, Happy and Blessed All Saints Day!

Billie Jo

22 comments:

  1. You sure make it fun! did I see a photo of you? Did I miss it? Love your little detective. I think she needs to write some detective stories! Happy Monday!

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  2. What wonderful and creative costumes over there! That cake looks so amazing. Is it peanut butter in the middle? Hope you have a wonderful week and very happy month of November!

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  3. I love that Madison was able to find your dress! All of these costumes are awesome! Your kids are so creative.

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  4. I love all those costumes but especially that Madison tracked down your dress!! How special!!

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  5. AWESOME!!! And what about you and Steve? Did you dress up my friend? I just love all your photos, thank you for the smiles.

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  6. Prom Queen!? Wow, that's so cool, and how amazing that Madison tracked it down!!! They all looked spot on, good job! What fun you guys have!

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  7. Cute costumes! It looks like a wonderful night!

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  8. Hi Billie Jo. This looks like such a fun family Halloween. I love all the cute costumes. They all show such creativity! Thanks so much for the recommendation of that book. I have had it on hold at the library a couple of times and never got over to pick it up, so now that I know it is good, I will try once again to get it. Hope you have a good week. See you again soon!

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  9. Lovely photos, looks like you all had a great time.

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  10. It looks like you guys had the best time! I love Flynn's costume and her little sidekick is just the cutest. Everyone looks great! Hope you are having a good Monday.

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  11. You are the queen of Halloween!!! Thanks for hosting a great party and forever being my biggest inspiration xx

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  12. I absolutely love how festive your entire family is. You truly are lucky.

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  13. You make Halloween look like such fun! Madison's costume is so creative and she looks fabulous! Such a great idea. Your table looks fantastic!

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  14. Every costume was PERFECT!! Did you and Steve dress up, or did you just enjoy the kids? :) Also, your kitchen looks SO festive- and that cake! OH MY!!! Glad you had a happy Halloween!

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  15. Thank you and Happy Feast Day to you and yours, Billie Jo!

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  16. Love the way everyone gets into the Halloween spirit, and loved all the costumes. Looks like you all had fun. Peyton's desserts have you all spoiled. Happy All Saints Day.

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  17. It looks like you had a fun Halloween! Everyone got into the Halloween spirit and festivities!

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  18. Costumes are so fun. I love the KFC one. Did you and your husband dress up as well??

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  19. How fun!! Great creative costumes. I LOVE that Madison found a dress just like yours. It looks like it was a great Halloween for all of you.

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  20. Those costumes are wonderful. Xx

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  21. Hi Billie Jo~ What a fun Halloween! Loved the costumes, your kids are so creative! Happy November!!

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  22. Hi Billie Jo
    I saw Madison's costume on insta and it gave me the biggest smile! I think it was just a genius idea. 😊 And Peyton and Chris look so cool 😎 Rhett & Kyrstin literally made me LOL. And Flynn and Draper look adorable - I love that her costume in more unique. Looks like you threw another wonderful party...you guys sure know how to celebrate right!
    It always comes and goes so quickly though, doesn't it? sigh

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Thanks so much for saying hello!

Billie Jo