Happy Halloween

That's all Krycek has to say about that.

P.S. That boy (not the sailor) got his bar results back today. He PASSED! We're a little excited. Best Halloween treat ever.

Suspension Bridge Outing

This weekend we had a tasty Starbucks date at the Suspension Bridge. You guys, the chai eggnog latte a.k.a. cheg is back! It is only my favorite Holiday drink in the world. It also didn't hurt we had a Starbucks gift card (thanks, mom). This called for a celebration. The weather was perfect and we wanted any excuse to be outside.

I can't believe I've never been to this bridge before. Clearly I'm missing out. We went just before sunset and I have to say I highly recommend this. It was a pretty typical date for us. Flirting, me channeling my inner Carly Simon, Tad capturing awkward pictures of me, etc. After this we caught a movie and I talked Tad into cooking chili. Again. It was basically the Saturday of my dreams. Why can't every day be Saturday?

Oh, and pay no attention to me blowing kisses to Tad in that last picture. Just make note of that dreamy lighting. Sigh.  

A Pumpkin Carving Party For Two

We carved our pumpkin this weekend and it was definitely a success! We don't always have the best luck with carving so I'm glad it is documented we got this right. We think it's a pretty rad design and are just thankful we didn't cut the stencil out backwards again. Hooray. Hope you enjoy this little video of us working our magic on this jack-o'-lantern. This is sort of our first "home" video so you will definitely be tired of our faces by the end!

*music by Creedence Clearwater Revival

A Halloween Treat

'Tis the season of the witch or shall I say King Kong? I was out and about with my sister and mom in Temple on Sunday and we came across the most amazing Halloween spirit in the world. Yes, in the world. This local artist creates a Halloween display in his front yard every year and this year he did not disappoint. If you can't tell, we had a field day with the pictures. We loved looking at everything up close and personal. No detail unnoticed! We were simply in awe. Did I mention he made this out of leftover scraps and trash?  He is my Halloween hero. Tad, please take notes.

Things That Make My Heart Sing

photo by chelsea pershall

pumpkin spice lattes

midnight snuggling
casablanca

making tad laugh

planning an imaginary trip to paris
pastel pumpkins

sleeping in
crochet dreamcatchers
70s floppy hats
love notes
autumn air

This a random list of things that have made me oh so happy lately. What makes your heart beat?

Our First Fall Family Tradition

Tad and I have been talking about new family traditions since the day we were married. Our latest is to pick the perfect pumpkin from a local pumpkin patch every fall. The weather was so crisp this week and couldn't have been more perfect for this occasion.

I haven't been to a pumpkin patch since I was a little girl. I thought we would just find one pumpkin and be on our merry way. Who was I kidding? Before I knew it, we had six pumpkins in all shapes and sizes. I just couldn't stop. I've always been obsessed with anything pumpkin, but now it's at a whole new level. Can't wait to carve this jack-o'-lantern soon! Halloween is my second favorite holiday and I am beyond ready for more pumpkins, horror movies and candy overload.