Mamablog: Nutty November

Last week was crazy.

Barely recovering from Halloween, we had to pull off two birthdays Birthday Cake , a party, parent teacher conference, and the annual Primary Program. Jeffy turned seven, which I still can’t believe, and Laena is now 19, a surreal, pseudo-fact that is equally as hard to digest. AAaahhhhhh! Jefferson had a fun birthday party here at the house. He had about 8 friends show up, including his cousins Zealan and Cazlea. It was fun to see everybody. Charlie came up with some cute games that made the 2 hours speed by. Party Surprisingly stress free celebration.

Saturday night, our college sweetheart rode the shuttle down to Salt Lake. She wanted to be home for her birthday Gift with a bow , and also for a couple of friends’ missionary farewells. Laena took Tommy with her to one of the luncheons, spur of the moment. It was nice having her around, even if it was only for one day. Sunday night we got to finally meet “the boyfriend," Jeff! He seems like a nice kid. . . I wonder if he knows what he’s getting himself into. 😉

Clint and Eric were both on the honor roll this quarter, which is very encouraging. I still can’t believe that they’re so close behind their sister, both on schedule to graduate next year. How did this happen?!

Wednesday night, Charlie and I curled up on the couch and watched UP. It was a really cute show. Open-mouthed I’d recommend it to anybody!

Yes, my friends, the Holidays are here! November 1st rolls around, and it’s Christmas music non stop until January 2nd! 😍 Halloween is abruptly over, orange and black decorations are put away, and it’s on to red and green glory! Don’t get me wrong. . Halloween was great! We had fun hiding downstairs and watching our traditional Donald Duck and Charlie Brown Halloween shows, but now we’re down to cheapo pink bubblegum, fireballs, and caramel apple pops. It’s just not the same without chocolate. . . Sigh. The magic is gone. Thinking