Halloween was so much fun this year! Rachel was totally in to it and talked for weeks about being a fairy. The Dutch don't really do Halloween, so we always rely on friends who have their children in some type of an international school. This year, my friend Allison, was in charge of her children's school Halloween celebration right here in our town. So, it was a win-win situation. We were able to go trick-or-treating or trunk-or-treating to roughly 24 people that were willing to host passing out candy (obviously parents of children who go to the International School). So, we tagged along with the Rasmussens and had a great time. We couldn't have asked for better weather that night (it was actually on the 30th)! The girls both had 2-3 layers on, but they were able to stay warm enough without putting coats on that would have covered up their costumes. Rachel's costume was inspired by the fairy wings her Aunt Amy brought out for her in July. Audrey's costume was borrowed from my sweet friend Ruth who sewed it years ago for her oldest. So, here are some pictures of us before we headed out to trick-or-treat:
I tried to fix this picture - it's a bit washed out. But I absolutely love it - I love the genuine smile, the beautiful eyes, and the dimples! 
Little Bo Peep who really doesn't mind giving away her sheep or leaving it behind! :)
Ready to go:
We took the double stroller, but the majority of the night Rachel walked with her daddy:
And was brave enough to go up to the doors with Bailee's help: 
Sweet pictures with Little Bo Peep, who was just along for the ride/walk:
Rachel walked a ton that night and didn't end up in the stroller until the last couple of houses. I think she was more excited to be in the front part of the stroller since by that time Andy and I were taking turns holding Audrey. I love this picture of Audrey trying to get some of Rachel's candy:
We had fun with our friends and Rachel collected more than enough candy. Even though there were only about 2 dozen stops, we still have candy hanging around the house. Thanks Allison, for organizing such a fun night! :)
On a side note, I've already started talking to Rachel about moving back to Texas. I know it's not for another 6 months or so, but I've just decided to start telling her stories and such to refresh her memory. So, I told her next year that she could go trick-or-treating with our friends in our neighborhood in Texas. I told her we could go trick-or-treating with Adam, Hannah, and Matthew. And her first question to me was, "Are they Dutch?". It cracked me up... So, I had to explain to her that they weren't and why. She was quite relieved to know that they would speak English to her. It's still so odd to me to have a 3 year-old ask me about Dutch vs. English, but I guess it comes with the territory.
I tried to fix this picture - it's a bit washed out. But I absolutely love it - I love the genuine smile, the beautiful eyes, and the dimples! 
Little Bo Peep who really doesn't mind giving away her sheep or leaving it behind! :)
Ready to go:
We took the double stroller, but the majority of the night Rachel walked with her daddy:
And was brave enough to go up to the doors with Bailee's help: Sweet pictures with Little Bo Peep, who was just along for the ride/walk:
Rachel walked a ton that night and didn't end up in the stroller until the last couple of houses. I think she was more excited to be in the front part of the stroller since by that time Andy and I were taking turns holding Audrey. I love this picture of Audrey trying to get some of Rachel's candy: We had fun with our friends and Rachel collected more than enough candy. Even though there were only about 2 dozen stops, we still have candy hanging around the house. Thanks Allison, for organizing such a fun night! :) On a side note, I've already started talking to Rachel about moving back to Texas. I know it's not for another 6 months or so, but I've just decided to start telling her stories and such to refresh her memory. So, I told her next year that she could go trick-or-treating with our friends in our neighborhood in Texas. I told her we could go trick-or-treating with Adam, Hannah, and Matthew. And her first question to me was, "Are they Dutch?". It cracked me up... So, I had to explain to her that they weren't and why. She was quite relieved to know that they would speak English to her. It's still so odd to me to have a 3 year-old ask me about Dutch vs. English, but I guess it comes with the territory.
3 comments:
We also had a great time and we are glad you came along!
Darling costumes. And WOW that you'll be moving back in 6 months. I'm sure you'll have mixed emotions about that, but what a neat time you guys have had abroad!
They are so cute!
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