Halloween 2009 story...

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Okay so this is gonna be long. We went as Wizard of Oz characters. The only downside of the day was that Daddy couldn't be with us. He was supposed to be the Scarecrow. Well we get to Grove Park Inn and suit you up. It was really great you didn't mind your big furry mane on your head. As soon as we get inside I had to run to the restroom. Upon coming out... well there was a great commotion outside the door and there are all these photographers snapping pics of my sweet babe who's studying a Christmas tree. My heart just bursts with pride. Little did I know what awaited us. As we head through the building everyone oohed and ahhed. Said "you guys are the best" and "you know you truly are the stars of the day". But of course!

Parents pointed us out to their kids and seriously every parent and grandparent just about leaned down to kiss you. Once we reached the great hall you were quite hot and sweaty so I went to get you a glass of water. We had to go right in front of the live band. We stop to give you a drink and what do you know but they start serenading us with "somewhere over the rainbow" and "follow the yellow brick road" then they get everyone to clap for us. Later we move on and are making people happy wherever we go. We are asked if we work for Grove Park and did they supply the costumes? Also, entire Japanese tour group seriously went gaga for all of us but mainly you. However, they approached us individually to have their photo taken with all of us. Then we went on the Trick or Treat Treasure Hunt through the Inn (actually only one stop but it allowed you to get candy in your bag). You wouldn't eat a lunch early and just at this time in front of your paparazzi you sign to me "eat" "hungry". What's a mom to do. So I let you taste your first candy, which I tell to the growing crowd enveloping you, this only seems to make them more excited and flashes burst!

Back in the car and on to your school. They have set each class up as a different game room. Of course you were to little to play any of the games and really didn't care. So we went and had a free family photo done and are excited to get that back in the mail. You were excited to see your teachers and ran right to Ms Paula.

We had so much fun and I must say it was my best Halloween yet as you definitely stood out in your most fantastic Lion costume. What a lucky boy to have a Nana who creates masterpieces and ladies with you willing to get all dressed up too. Your Auntie Colleen and Nana were so kind to help me make it a great day.