We started our adventure at the Pumpkin Patch (aka Food 4 Less). No pics - didn't think they'd turn out all that special with shelves of paper towels, toilet paper, and nasty store bakery cupcakes as a background. The highlight was definitely when Claire spotted the "baby pumpkins". It was love at first sight. She caressed, nuzzled, talked to her "coot" pumpkin all the way home. The first thing she said when she picked it up - "It's so coot. Can I give it a kiss?"

The love hasn't stopped.

Reas masterfully carved the tops off (thought we'd better at least do that part). Yes, that's a pumpkin sticker on his head and I'm pretty sure he put it there himself. Ty was no help at all since he couldn't seem to get over the awesome geometrics of the starburst shaped lids.

Maggie was a super scooper as long as she could keep her hands slime-free. Amazingly enough, she managed.

We'll see how tonight goes. I'll call it a success if all fingers are still in place.