Catching up!

I've been too busy to write lately.  I've been trying to get my picture books in to be published for Christmas presents for the kids(:  They had a deal that ended yesterday so I'm back on line now!  What an exciting last 2 weeks with Halloween and the elections.  I'm glad the elections are over finally!  I really enjoyed Obama's acceptance speech and am hopeful for better leadership in the future.  We had a great Halloween as well.  We went with our new friends the Lesters who have 3 little boys ages 6 & 4 (twins Sam's age) and a little girl a year behind Meg in school who adores her!  John & Mark were in Sam's preschool class last year and he adores them!  They showed us the local trick-or-treating ropes around here.  There is a man named Bob who does a spook-alley and great garage display that the entire neighborhood visits every year.  It was a great evening.  Kate hung in there with a stroller ride all over the place.  Anything for candy!  Today Meg & Sam had soccer games and both played really great.  They are both defensively minded and boot the ball out of the area when they get the chance.