Ghosts & Jack-o-lanterns!!!

Last week we were all nestled in our home when the doorbell rang and Luke ran to the door. I was in the garage and didn't hear the doorbell, but when I got inside Luke was yelling about us getting a treat. Once I went to investigate I found out that our house had been hit by a ghost..... The Phantom Ghost. This is a fun surprise gift that is left on someone's door without them knowing who left it! You are suppose to copy the letter that comes w/ the treat, gather a bag of treats, and make a little sign with a ghost on it. Then put them all in a little treat bag or basket and leave them on someone's front steps - you cannot let them see you! Of course I love this type of stuff, so I had to post it. The best part was the next night when we "ghosted" 2 neighbors home. It was so much fun!!

Ever since we got our pumpkins, the kids have been anxiously awaiting the opportunity to carve them. So for our Family Home Evening activity this past Monday night, we made our Jack-o-lanterns. At first Luke was hesitant about sticking his hand inside the pumpkin. Of course Carman was not and did not waste any time getting her seeds out. Eventually Luke warmed up to the idea and joined in the festivities. We had a great time!!!

Carman taking her turn at the pumpkin guts!!

Luke going for it! (I love Carman's expression in the background)

The finished products. Mine is the "R" pumpkin for Robinsons and the kids picked the kitten design. Aren't the the 2 cutest pumpkins you have ever seen? (and I am not talking about the round orange things)

What's Happening with the Robinsons!!!

October has turned out to be a very busy month for us. We got Luke's group picture taken for soccer. He had another game today and he played his good buddy David's team. Luke scored 3 goals today, which was critical b/c grandma and poppop came to Luke's game and Poppop LOVES Krispy Kreme doughnuts!!(our tradition of getting doughnuts for every goal scored)

Carman has also been very lucky this past week. Her grandma got her a new table for her room. That she loves to have "Hot Chocolate parties" w/ her babies. Memaw also made her some new window treatments for her room. I love them both. Thanks Grandma and Memaw!

This past Friday we met Luke's class at the pumpkin patch. They had so much fun picking out their perfect pumpkin. After that we went to Chick-Fil-A for lunch.

Tonight we had a Harvest Ho'Down at church and it was so much fun. We had a Chili and Dessert contest. I didn't win anything, but wasn't expecting to either. The best part was that we were taught some basic square dancing moves. It was a lot of fun. Luke even got into it and asked me as soon as we got home to do it again. Sweet Carman even gives it a valiant try as well. So it has been a good and busy October so far!!!

Potty Training!

This is a new record for me: 3 posts in 1 day. I had to post this picture of Carman. This picture pretty much sums up how potty training is going. After a few days of this, I put the potty up for awhile. We will revisit this another time.

Ode to Christian!

This past Wednesday, October 1st was Christian's 32nd birthday. We celebrated by having family and friends over for cake and ice cream. I want him to know how very thankful I am to have such an amazing husband and friend. He does so much for me and our family and he continues to put a smile on my face after 7 years. I hope he knows how very much I love him. Below are some pictures from his party:

Luke and Carman waiting on the front porch for our guests!

2 of my favorite people in the entire world.

Allie, Jack, Luke and Carman (not pictured: Josh, Phoebe & Nikki)

Christian opening some presents and cards!

Goal!!!

This is Luke's 3rd season playing soccer and he loves it! He has made so much progress and I am very proud of him. The first season was ... of course, comical!! All the kids thought the ball was "their ball" and Luke threw several fits on the field. The second season, Luke finally started to grasp the concept behind soccer. The third season, he enjoys playing and is really good. Last game, his prediction was that he was going to score 10 goals. He actually made it half way there. He scored 5 goals. Our tradition is to go to Krispy Kreme after each game and he can get the same amount of doughnuts as the number of goals he scores. He loves this tradition and does not let us forget it. He is going to empty our wallets and expand our bellies, though! Here is a picture of him about to score a goal at his last game.