The Walter Family: Happy Halloween

This year was Avery's 2nd Halloween but really the first year she participated in all the fun. The weekend before we made sure to enjoy the Roscoe Village Halloween fun. Elmo was out visiting everyone in the morning - so we made sure to head that way. She usual calls him mimo and it's adorable, however that day she was pretty shy when it came to sitting and meeting him.

Meeting Elmo

Hugs with Elmo

Realization setting in and getting a little scared

Better if Mommy is there!!

That afternoon we headed over the the Roscoe Parade and trick or treating through the neighborhood. Rena, MJ and Andie came down and joined us and we had a great time together.

Avery and Andie playing before heading out to trick or treat

A Kitty Cat, Buzz Lightyear and a Bumble Bee

All dressed up and ready to go

Daddy and Avery

Next year Mommy and Daddy will dress up too!

After the parade we headed to the park to play and swing

The next weekend was actual Halloween. Our friends Dan and Allison flew in from DC for the weekend. That Friday we walked around the neighborhood, had a drink and app at John's Place and then had everyone over for drinks before going out to dinner.

Dan and Avery goofing around

Bekah, Dan, Allison, Josh, Chris, Kara, Tiffany, Ross, Katrina, Geoff, Mommy and Daddy

We also got the best news of the day, Auntie Kara and Uncle Ross are expecting a baby this coming May and we couldn't be more thrilled for them and their new little bundle! They also told us in the cutest way - major points for creativity.

On Saturday it rained all day so we hung out inside most of the day but just in time for trick or treating the rain stopped and we were able to enjoy Avery's first real trick or treating experience. Auntie Kara and Uncle Ross came down to join us and so did Finders. Dan and Allison stayed in the house and handed out candy while we walked the neighborhood. After trick or treating we came back to the house and ordered pizza for everyone and the girls played in the basement.