I'm in love

Tonight was Halloween, and the kids dressed up for the event. Josh was a "train driver" and Maddie was a ghost. This picture melts my heart - they are too adorable!

Ben took Josh around the neighborhood to go trick-or-treating. It must have been the Dad's night to do this, because they ended up trick-or-treating with Alec and his dad Matt, and Michael and his dad Terry. Josh had a great time with his friends, and Ben was disappointed that they forgot to grab a beer before they left.

Barb, Maddie, and I stayed at the house and sat in the garage to hand out candy (to stay out of the wind). I did my best to keep Maddie warm, but I don't really have a hat that fits her head!

Reorganization begins

So, after living here for almost a year, I feel the need to organize, clean, and purge. But, with 2 kiddos, both of whom seem to take the majority of my time during the day, this will be a slow process. A very slow process.

I've started in the kitchen, but not without help. My friend Lisa is impressively organized. So, I asked her to help, and she agreed. I don't know if she knew what she agreed to. We've started by measuring cabinets, looking at what I have stored where, and have started a game plan. I've purchased several items to help me out, and will be purchasing more (namely Tupperware Modular Mates) to help me out. So far, what I have changed is working for me. As my sister pointed out, the trick is for me to keep it up. I'm going to do it! I've committed myself to it.

After the kitchen, we're moving to the mudroom/laundry room area. Bit by bit, I will have the house cleaned, organized, and purged of the things we don't need.

Stay tuned for more...