C. did not have school today (and, much to his delight, is also off on Monday), so here’s what we’ve been up to:

1. A trip to Starbucks. Okay, actually, it was a trip to the gas station and the church, but Starbucks is conveniently located along the way somewhere around there, so we zipped through their oh-so-handy drive-through. I enjoyed a Pumpkin Spice Latte, while C. tried (and discovered he loved) their Pumpkin Spice Blended Creme. We’re horribly festive, as you can tell. (I’m even wearing an orange shirt.)

2. Pumpkin carving. We I cut lids, and we scooped out gunk last night, but saved the actual carving until today.

Two are done (and I assure you they’ll look better when lit), and there are still two to go.

3. Bonus crafty thing. I spontaneously decided to decorate an empty milk jug. It, too, will be lit tonight and is sure to look extra spooky.

4. Treat preparation. Kids who knock on our door will receive one candy treat and one mini Play-doh. Or maybe two of each. I never have any clue how many kids will come by. One year, it was around 27; another year it was close to 80. I always buy tons of candy, just to be safe. We can always eat give away the leftovers.

5. Treats for the treaters. Since I think these little candy pumpkins are gross, I’ve never bought any in years past. But C. specifically requested some this year, so I graciously picked up a bag at the grocery store last night, so my guys can nibble them between doorbell rings. These little munchies do not tempt me in the least. But the Reese’s Cups and Kit Kats in the treat bowl? Total temptation.