One of my favorite things about Halloween is going to get pumpkins to carve.  We always go to the pumpkin patch set up by Habitat For Humanity. They’re an organization that builds and sells homes to hard-working people who wouldn’t be able to afford a home otherwise.  Find out about Habitat For Humanity by clicking here.

Here are our jack-o-lanterns:

Emilia’s

Sam’s

Here are a couple more fun ones:

Happy Halloween!

“My son has planned a work of art.
On just what pumpkin will he start?
This orange giant looks just right
To shape a face that is a fright. 
The big,round eyes are cut with style,
Triangle nose, a wicked smile.
He lights a candle’s small, brave beam
To make that jack-o’-lantern gleam. 
Now which one has the brightest glow?
The boy or pumpkin,I don’t know!” 

–Louise Pugh Corder

Some perspective in a crazy world is often just what you need to put things back the way the ought to be.   A quiz:

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name five people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

3. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers either. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here’ s another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are the ones who care.

“My friends are my estate.”– Emily Dickinson
 

My dad & I went to the Broncos game Sunday.  No matter how old we get, he’s always “Dad” and I’m the son, the little kid.  I felt like a little kid, excited and proud, to be with the greatest Dad in the world as we walked to the stadium from the parking lot. I nearly expected him to hold my hand going across the street! Funny, he was even the custodian of the ticket until we were almost at the gate.  I couldn’t wait till he gave it to me, but I was glad he handled it till just the right time.

We had a great time together. It was nice to pal around with Dad. When you get older and busy with everyday life, sometimes you don’t have the time you’d like to spend with your folks.  It was great to do it–to enjoy a day with dear ol’ dad.

“Dad, you’re someone to look up to no matter how tall I’ve grown.”  –Author Unknown