We did something NEW for Halloween this year: carved a Jack-o-Lantern. Ben has been trying to convince me for YEARS to do this, and I refused to do it with children who wouldn't care or help in any way (and I'm not into the gloop). Ben took the reins with this one, and Henry assisted beautifully. I'm happy to let the Jack-o-Lantern become a "Dad Tradition" at our house. I kind of like to stick to traditions that taste yummy . . .
Like making donuts! Once again, my friend Eliza and I made our homemade donuts (our 4th year in a row - this is one of my favorite traditions!). The pumpkin spice donuts were to die for, as one might expect.
And what would you NOT expect from our family for Halloween? What is the one thing you would NEVER guess that we might do?
And what would you NOT expect from our family for Halloween? What is the one thing you would NEVER guess that we might do?
For now, the boys were purely delighted with their uniquely presidential costumes.
Henry as Teddy Roosevelt
Doesn't he look natural with a mustache?
Ellis as Abraham Lincoln. You should have seen the happy dance he did when we got this costume all put together. He was giddy about his black bow tie and "tall tall hat." Did you know Lincoln kept court documents and other important papers in his stovepipe hat? Ellis wanted to keep his Halloween candy in his hat . . . but it got a little tricky.
Ben and Sam as Thomas Jefferson and George Washington.
If you know Ellis very well, you know that this is the face he makes 90% of the time when he's in a situation where other people are being remotely boisterous. Honest Abe maintained this demeanor for most of the night - especially when Teddy tried to gallop in circles around him.
Lady Liberty joins the party! Did you know that last Friday was the Statue of Liberty's 125th anniversary? I hope Megan didn't regret lending her costume to me on that day!
The landmark family: Mount Rushmore and the Statue of Liberty, all squished together.!
The post-trick-or-treat sorting. Sam was in heaven chewing on the wrappers!
First picks: Henry goes straight for the chocolate. Ellis thinks about it, but when it comes down to it, he's a lollipop kind of guy.
12 comments:
I LOVE the Teddy Roosevelt. Griff, you are the most creative costume designer I know.
Ben, I really think you should discuss Occupy Wall Street in your next discussion.
Love, love, love these costumes! What a wonderful way to get the whole family involved! The creativity of your holiday celebrations always bring a smile to my face...
LOVE your costumes this year!
You guys are so adorable I can hardly breathe. Seriously. those costumes are fantastic. I think my fave is Teddy Roosevelt.
Wow, you never cease to amaze. Those costumes are stunning. So much fun!
Henry looks like Grandpa Dave. :)
Nice!
The other Grandpa Dave.
DARLING. I am trying to let go of themes and cute Halloween costumes for my kids. I don't think we are the kind of family who can pull it off. Too many divergent personalities, too many fits. One of mine wouldn't even wear one this year and trick or treated in snow pants without an ounce of shame. Admiring and loving the fun and creativity.
Umm, this is the kind of thing that is so funny that I just can't laugh. In fact, I had to stop reading this post when I saw lady liberty...too funny. Couldn't handle it. I came back to finish it later.
I could eat those doughnuts right out of the picture. And just knowing your schedule in the days before Halloween, you're making
Wonder Woman look lazy! Wish we could have seen Mt. Rushmore and the Statue of Liberty in person. Love our Boston Iversons!
I LOVE THOSE COSTUMES!! You all look great! I can't pick a favorite.
I can't believe you hadn't carved pumpkins! Well I guess we haven't in 3 years either. Your costumes are awesome! Great job! Also, way to go on the donuts. I've never made them before and they sound intimidating to me.
So glad I sat down to check your blog tonight. I've been dying to know what your family dressed up for this year, but kept forgetting to ask. I love it!!!
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