The longest week. Ever.

This past week was a doozie.

Lonnnnnnng. And hard.

That's not to say there weren't some really amazing things going on, too.

I think I'll share THOSE {wink}.

 Our ward's Trunk-or-treat was a little over a week ago (Oct28)

Mar had play practice all day, so, as a dutiful momma, I ran around and purchased supplies for fishing poles and the fishing pond she was in charge of making assignments for, setting up, and running.

Our Trunk-or-treat started at 4pm (seemed a little weird to start that early, but, hey, we're new here), and Mar arrived at home after play practice around... 3:30? She still had to get into her costume, do her make-up, then do Gavin's make-up. Needless to say, they arrived at the event a good hour late, just in time to hand out candy. It was a very low-key activity compared to my past Trunk-or-treat experiences. I was told that our ward has foregone this particular fall activity the prior two years, so maybe it was a bit new to everyone. I liked how they set up the cars... so the kids stayed on the sidewalk (...never even thought of that before... so smart!), and it was kinda nice to have daylight to enjoy the costumes, although I love a good Trunk-or-treat in the dark... it makes the lights we've used FOR YEARS to decorate our trunk much more... visible haha.

Another {somewhat} new family to the ward, also down-sizers (with no children currently at home), set up this amazing car display. Gotta love that intensity.

I really would like one of those giant rubber rats, tho.

Once we got home, I snapped a few more pics of Mar and Gavin.

Such a perfect couple costume, right?

 (I think Mar was thoroughly enjoying the scenario haha.)

On Sunday Bill requested a belly shot of Lex, and she sent him this.

 We are getting so so excited to meet Baby Boy Paull 

(possibly on our 30th wedding anniversary... how cool would that be?).

In Parker, high school kids were not allowed to dress up on Halloween, but we're not in Parker anymore. None of the boys in my seminary class dressed up, but all the girls did. I had to snap a quick pic of them on their way out the door Tuesday.

 I love these amazing and beautiful young women!

 This is what Mar convinced Gavin to wear to school on Tuesday. He must really really like her.

I have no comment {hahaha}.

I finally got my Halloween decor put away, and made a brief attempt at decorating for Thanksgiving.

 Yep, those pinecone garlands are about it. 

I might find a printable on Pinterest to put somewhere... and I've thought about doing a thankful tree like I did back here, but it will just depend on how much creativity and energy I can muster. I'm super excited that EVERYONE WILL BE HERE for Thanksgiving! We (Bill, Mar, and I) discussed if we should get our Christmas decorations up before everyone shows up, but decided that we have limited room as it is... no need to add a Christmas tree or two, and a bunch of other unnecessary (however delightful) space-sucking decor. 

I'd much rather fill my space with people. 

And food. Lots and lots of food.

Billy-my-hero has been working like a madman on the basement.

 He finished up the bathtub tile...

...then tiled the backsplash.

 We got countertops on Friday, and the sinks, toilet, and faucets were hooked up today.

And hallelujah, we have lights with actual switches as of today as well.

Bill tiled the wet bar, painted trim, and hung doors on Saturday.

This tiny door is exclusively for my little lovelies.  I think Scarlett will find the most enjoyment out of it this year, but Evie is not far away (and Ellis and Baby P will grow much too fast, too). 

Speaking of Evie... she'll be living with us in a short 5 days. 

Holy moly. I got stuff to get done.

And that cool little play place now has light. Light is good.

I'm going to start filling that bookshelf... today, I think.

Andddd, here's the wet bar, minus mini fridge. I think Bill will be grouting all the tile tonight, and I'm pretty sure he's planning on my help. Good thing there is no school (and thus no seminary) tomorrow.

Carpet will be installed on Wednesday.

Tomorrow I will most likely be mopping that disgusting cement floor in preparation.

In between all this jazz, last week was Tech Week for the play, which meant Mar was at the school until 8:30/9 every night. I helped with 3 meals for the cast and crew... I think there around 150 kids involved. It's been an exhausting week!

But this week will be awesome.

Opening night for Les Mis is tomorrow... I can't wait.

They will be performing the show 7 times this week (counting one performance today during school, but not counting the dress rehearsal after school). The show is completely sold out every night, as well as the Saturday matinee.

We'll be attending Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening.
Sooooo exciting.
Break a leg, Mar!