Ah, October.  My favorite month of the year.  I could go on and on about the things I love about this month, but I won't.  You're welcome.  

I don't have to tell you that October is the Halloween month, and I love all things Halloween.  So this month's list may just be called "What I'm Loving about Halloween."  Fun fact:  I'm listening to Thriller as I write this.  

I'm loving this vintage Halloween decoration I found at the Best of Missouri Market a couple of weeks ago.  It's the perfect addition to my festive Halloween mantel.




We've been doing lots of Halloween activities around our house this month.  One of Katherine's favorites was making monsters.  I found this craft kit at Hobby Lobby and it was the perfect indoor activity when the temperatures dropped a couple of weeks ago.




Speaking of crafting, I got pretty ambitious for this year's Halloween costume(s).  I posted a teaser photo on Instagram a week ago and I've been busy working ever since.  I'll be lucky if I get it done in time for Halloween.  Stay tuned.....





Due to unforeseen circumstances, we weren't able to go to my annual family reunion last month, so I was glad my mom had a fall break from school that allowed us to go visit my grandmothers in Arkansas last week.  It's always a fun time for Katherine and she was able to fit some coloring and tree climbing in while we were there.  I remember watching my older cousins climb this same tree in my grandmother's back yard when I was about Katherine's age.

We've got some cool things planned for the rest of October, including a spooky visit to the zoo and a pumpkin glow.  I can't wait!

October is also when the Delta Children's Home Auction takes place in my hometown of Kennett, Missouri.  This year's auction will be on October 25, and if you're in the area you'll be able to bid on these three scarves from my Etsy shop.  

Happy October!