Our celebration began with a birthday party for both my brother and I. My birthday was just a few weeks ago, his, in a couple of days. We gathered for a party at my house. The menu included Bewitching Chili with Broomstick Bread Sticks. Frankenstein's Monster Toe Cookies and even a Festive Pumpkin Dip to start.
We both have sons, one 5, the other 6. Tonight as we watched them, we were reminded of what the fair was meant to be, what it used to be. We saw it through children's eyes again.
Lights were everywhere. The air was chilly and the smells of ciders, coffee and midway treats filled the air.
Screams of delight washed over our ears, whether our own or someone else's.
The light drizzle that soaked us to the bone didn't matter. Even after our toes, noses and fingers were numb.
Smiles were abundant, as were squeals of delight.
A cup of hot cocoa and some flannel pjs were all it took for a pefect ending to a perfect night.
Happy Celebrating!
Thanks to Vanessa of A Fanciful Twist for hosting A Hauntingly Magical Halloween Celebration.
There's always more magic where Vanessa is!
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That carousel is just magic...best wishes for your day!
ReplyDeleteLove all the wonderful photos! Amazing.
ReplyDeleteJamie it is wonderful that you could all be together.
ReplyDeleteIsn't fun watching the kids.
Love Renee xoxo
FINALLY fell asleep at someone's party last night...so back to make rounds again today...
ReplyDeleteThank you for the invitation...so glad you left the decorations up for me!
Please stop by and see my creative offerings for the party...they're still up, too!
http://juliesopenwindow.blogspot.com
Unique and totally stunning :O)
ReplyDeletehappy halloween partying.....
What fun!! I want to be there myself!!!! Magical!
ReplyDeleteOhhh...that carousel is just amazing! Thank you so much for such an enchanting party...Happy Halloween!!
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The world usually looks so much brighter through a child's eye. Thank you for the side trip down memory lane during your party.
ReplyDeleteGot to fly. Hope your Halloween is Magical.
Hugs,
Penny
Great pics!! If we could all view life through children's eyes!!! What a wonderland we would live in. Great party
ReplyDeleteStop by mine.
Hugs
SueAnn
Hi Jamie! Great party post! Magical photos to go along with such a special memory from before and creating a sweet new one with your kids. Thanks so much for coming to my party! Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Lisa :)
Your creations are just beautiful! Happy Halloween;)
ReplyDeleteOooh! A haunted Carnival!!! Something Wicked That Way Comes!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your dolls!
Please stop by my party and giveaway!
http://littlebearries.blogspot.com/2009/10/come-in-come-in.html
Sometimes it takes a little weather to remind us to break out of our normal routine. Sounds like a wonderful way to spend birthdays!
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