Say "Trick or Treat"

That's what Noella says. Not "trick or treat", but "say trick or treat". Either that or "No-yeya needs some candy". And then of course "say thank you". She's such a trip!

Wow - I don't even know where to start on our Halloween adventures. We were in Bend from Thursday-Sunday. Both for business and pleasure. Mommy and Daddy needed to participate in the Cross Crusade back to back cyclocross races (including the costumed Sunday race). It was CRAZY! But FUN! Our friends, the McGeeney's came along.

Adam and I were Bert and Ernie for the costumed race.

Confirming that the rumors are true.

Bert and Ernie

Noella was a cowgirl.

Thirsty

Spectating

Bert, mentally preparing himself for his race.

Fun was had by all, of course. The only downside was the extreme dust storms that over one thousand racers riding their bike through inches of powdery dirt inflicted on the whole scene. Everyone had grey dust cemented to their lips and teeth.

And on to the real Halloween. Noella is very fortunate to have awesome friends who live in a great neighborhood. The moms and dads enjoyed a few treats before the kids got their own treats galavanting around the block.

The Rockin' Party Hosts

The Little Goblins

"What are we doing here?"  "I have no idea."

Noella got into it real fast when she realized they handed out candy. No fear! In fact, it became a slight issue when she wanted to open and eat every single piece she received, as she received it. Ummmmm..... I don't think so ("say not too much candy").

"Noyeya needs some candy"

"Say thank you"