Happy Halloween!

Even though Halloween is not celebrated here (it's a super-American holiday), I do love a reason for a celebration and I love this time of year. We carved a pumpkin, Luke had a Fall Festival at his preschool, and Luke and Olivia went trick-or-treating at 2 of our teammates' houses. Beware, lots of pictures because I couldn't decide which ones!

Very excited about his first ever pumpkin carving

Olivia during the carving. Rough day I think.

Working so hard

Livi in her tutu and wings - so cute!!

House #1 of 2 - Luke too interested in candy to look at the camera

" Yay, trick-or-treat!!" Luke had no idea what trick-or-treating was but was excited that it involved candy.

Luke in his true form at his Fall Festival.

He looks so goofy in this costume and I just love it. That hat makes him look so round! Yes, the same costume at last year for all those avid readers. Got it at consigment sale right before we left the US the last time. Glad it's finally getting some use.

Some of his preschool buddies

Bowling excitement

Scrapbooking night

A few weeks ago I had the chance to teach some local girls how to scrapbook. I've been wanting to do this for so long and finally had the chance. Another American left me a bunch of old Creative Memories paper and stickers when she left, so I was able to share with them. They were so intense and had a lot of fun. I hope this will help to continue to build relationships with them.