Hallow-Weenie

La and I were invited to Angela and Brian's house in Oak Park for Halloween again this year. (or maybe we invited ourselves? I can't remember.) Being out in that town makes me want to pack up and move to the 'burbs. I love it there.

Before we left, La had a moment of uncertainty and decided on a last-minute costume change. She said she didn't like the bee costume because everyone smiles at her when she wears it. OKAY. Isn't that the point? WOMEN, I tell you.

She switched to what she called the "Halloween Fairy." It was a Kaiya Eve ultra-ruffled "pettiskirt" ensemble that Aunt Kathleen bought her a few years ago, with the added touches of fairy wings and a tiara. It turned out cute, but also had the sophistication that La was going for:

Trick-or-treating was involved in the lineup for the evening. La was happy. And spiced warm wine in insulated to-go cups was also involved. Mama was happy.

These little guys below ... Mario and Luigi ... They're Angela and Brian's sweet little nuggets. Oh heavens. They are PRECIOUS.

After trick-or-treating there was a party with lots of yummy food. La went around and snapped a few pictures, including the next three:

(She swears that she tried to photograph Storm's sweet side, but he turned around and mooned her at the last second.)

(Love the off-centered composition. Really highlights that gorgeous fridge.)

I'm so glad La got a photo of these two sweeties. Just look at that delicious little lobster. I wanted to gobble her right up. Too bad I'm allergic.

We left at 8:30 and La immediately passed out in the car. It took us all of 15 minutes to get back into the city, but then we circled the neighborhood for ONE WHOLE HOUR trying to find a parking spot, while I muttered curse words under my breath. The suburbs were really looking good to me last night!

It was a great night. Thanks to the P's for having us!