The kids wanted to carve pumpkins the other night and Alan and I both looked at each other with dread knowing it had to be done but neither having the energy to accomplish the task. Thank goodness for an ambitious, excited and overzealous 12 yr old who immediately put newspapers out on the driveway, got out all the appropriate tools, and even thought to set bowls out to put the guts in. It wasn't long before they needed help cutting and scooping and before we knew it, Alan and I were right in the thick of things carving our OWN pumpkins. Thanks to Alan's parents for growing enough for everyone in the family. Anyway, for what seemed like a daunting task, it actually turned out to be quite fun and was a bonding experience for the whole family. No one was fighting. Zach and Noah were actually complimenting each other and encouraging one another which is a rarity in our home. Connor of course picked the biggest pumpkin and as you can see drew the face all by himself... and Abby? She just drew all over herself with marker.
4 comments:
Those are some great pumpkins! Scott liked the go utes one (of course). I need to learn your in-laws trick to growing great pumpkins. We did ours tonight. Its always a daunting task isn't it? But, the kids seem to love it! Happy Halloween!!!
Great pictures! Awesomer pumpkins. I am so impressed Alan's family grew all those beauties. Love the karate chop Conner.
So fun... and your pumpkins are so cute.. (the kids & the orange pumpkins... Yeah! Halloween is almost over!
Looks like a blast! What a cute family! Happy Halloween!
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