It's November, already?!

  My body is not understanding that it is November.  The leaves haven't fallen yet and it's about 75 degrees.  I hear snow stories from home as I kick on the AC for the little warmish days.  Things are greening up with the sporadic rain that we are getting.  I am really enjoying it here! 

  Halloween was fun!  We held our usual party with everyone invited inside for chili and scones.  We had several families show up, it was a blast!  Hopefully next year more people will find their way here.  It was nice to be able to see what the kid's costumes were, they didn't have to be hidden under layers of clothing to stay warm.  Hence, we didn't do the hot chocolate at our party, we had cold drinks.  Galen was a pirate and spent his time sword fighting the Missionary's in their Missionary ninja getup that he gave them.  Marissa was a hobo, which she is fascinated by.  Madison was Smurfette, blue face and all.  Mike and I were cave people.  Mike was very convincing as you can see!  Our ward had a chili cook-off and trunk or treat (I got 2nd place!). Galen had a costume dance.  We used our costumes quite a bit this year.

  Life is moving along.  I've been released as the YW secretary, boo-hoo!  I was just getting to know our amazing girls and enjoying myself.  I wonder what is next?
  Our highschool band made state for the first time.  Marissa is excited and she is really enjoying learning to march with them on the field already.  Piano lessons are fun, I love my students.
  OH, this week Madison hurt her back.  She's laid up until we see an orthopedic.  I'll keep you updated on that, of course.
  Well, it's a short one, but I wanted to keep the pictures updated.
Love to all!
Melanie