2nd Halloween for Sofie!

Well this year was so much fun!  Last year was special, we loved having our little girl in our arms and experiencing the first halloween as a family.  This year was a totally different story! 

She is getting so big and really showing off her personality.  She is so independent! She loves being able to do things on her own and showing us that she can.  It's a little hard for us, we want to protect her but don't want to prevent her from becoming independent at the same time. 

This year Sofie dressed up as a "snuggle bug" a.k.a. Lady Bug and TOTALLY pulled it off!  Her costume was puffy and kept her warm all night.  We were invited to Jodi and Tims home in Gilbert for a "chocolate and chili" party.  Jodie made some of her delicious chili and served some yummy hot chocolate.  We also had a chance to take all the kids "trick or treating" around the neighborhood.  Sofie spent time with her cousins Arianna, Katie and Austin. 

Sofie was such a trooper, she did so well the entire night!  She walked at least 5 blocks and she was in such a great mood the whole night.  Nick and I let her enjoy a few pieces of candy and she LOVED IT!

Here is Sofie and Austin sharing some carrots

Me and my baby girl!

This girl loves her veggies!

Here is Nick as an "aircraft carrier"...get it!

This weekend we also went to the local Mesa "Dia de los Muertos" festival.  It was a nice day to be outside and spend time with the family!

I LOVE HIM!

local vendor

This weekend was fun!  The weather outside is perfect and we are already looking forward to next weekend! Next weekend is the "Old West Days" festival.