Sometimes, I feel like I am really on the ball and kind-of the do-it-all mommy that can juggle a lot while still finding time for the fun things like cupcakes, holiday decorating, etc etc. This fall, not so much. Between an onslaught of unexpected expenses, not enough time and a variety of other excuses there has been zero holiday decoration or general effort put towards Halloween this year. I bought a bunch of random decorations last year after all of our neighbors were putting together these elaborate porches and lawn decor together, but in the end what I had out felt sort of random to me and not particularly well executed, which annoys me. I have since decided that I would prefer to do more of a sophisticated fall themed decor the next time around, which means all new purchases and that just wasn't happening this year.
I was at least committed to Harper having a cute costume! She was surprisingly ok with wearing the kitty costume last year, and I had a feeling that another animal would be a good way to go. I found the "Lady" costume and since she likes dogs and it was cute, I figured it was worth a shot. Surprisingly once again she wasn't totally annoyed by having it on-- although after about 20 minutes she was peeling off the velcro pieces and starting to undress!
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Our little kitty last year.. Hadn't started the blog yet, so figured it should be included here! She was SO cute, and little!
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And our big girl one year later as Lady from Lady and the Tramp.. She has no earthly idea who that is, but I thought she would enjoy being a puppy.. |
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I made these little guys for the neighborhood Halloween party.. Super easy and turned out very cute |
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Loaded up to head over to the party.. Can't believe that little Lady actually sat there still and kept an eye on the cups for me |
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Harry needed some kisses |
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Making witches brew.. So excited that Melissa wanted to pull this party together |
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Wish I could take credit for this little gem.. how cute! |