Happy Halloween

Getting ready to Trick or Treat on Halloween!!
mmm Candy....

Finger Painting at the party

On our way to the Halloween Party

First day at Montessori!! They look excited don't they?? Maybe not as excited as Mom!

Confused? Why are we dressed and leaving so soon? Luke is calling Daddy.

Breakfast before school

I am posting on the blog a little earlier than I normally do since we had a big weekend with Halloween and the boys had a big day today. The boys loved trick or treating this year. It took them about two houses before they had the hang of this and they were amazed that they could actually knock on the door and someone would offer them a bowl full of candy. They did not quite understand a few important concepts: 1) You are really supposed to take ONE piece of candy unless they offer you a second piece (Luke); 2) You need to take the wrapper off the candy before trying to eat it (Liam and Luke); and 3) They really are not inviting you into the house when they open the door (Liam). Despite a few things we need to work on, the boys enjoyed the night. Earlier in the day, we also attended a Halloween party for the boys at the house of one of our twin friends. The boys enjoyed some finger painting and play time with several friends.

The big news today is that the boys had their first day of "school". No, they are not quite old enough for preschool. The boys have stayed home with me since they were born other than a few babysitters and trips to the fitness center or church so today was a big day for them. They started Montessori school two mornings a week for three hours each morning. It is not a lot of time, but it does give me a short break and more importantly it will hopefully provide them with some socialization and learning opportunities. I am also hoping this will help the transition when Baby #3 makes his arrival. They seemed to do well and the teacher said they enjoyed it. Luke was a little weepy when I dropped him off and Liam did not want to come inside from playing, but that is pretty typical. I think they were a little confused this morning by Mommy rushing them out the door and they were exhausted this afternoon when they laid down for a nap.

Enjoy!