October Festivities

October has flown by. The Rocket's season officially began. We went out to the first game against the Mavericks and the kids had a blast.

Deacon and Cavin were doing a good job chanting and cheering.

Surprisingly even Channing seemed to enjoy herself. Usually she isn't a big fan of watching the game. They won so it was a fun night! I think it's going to be a great season!


October being breast cancer awareness month, we had a breast cancer 5k fun run at work this past weekend. The people I work with put together a race to support those who are affected by the disease. It was a really cold morning for Texas, but we bundled up and went for a run. 

We had a decent turnout for how chilly the morning was.

Even though it was a small race, I was happy I was able to win. After having finished 4th the last two races, I wanted to try and redeem myself a little.

I am grateful that although my job is just a couple hours a week, that I get to do what I love to do. I have always loved running and I am so grateful my body has been healthy and able to continue to run.

Halloween weekend we got to go over to the Toyota Center and participate in the Trick or Treat in the Suites. The kids really enjoy this event and we enjoy being with Ragnar at work. 

Ragnar and I wore traditional German attire. Ella was an emoji, Cavin black panther, Channing was Mal from Descendants, and Deacon was a storm trooper. 

I totally look German, right :)

Deacon was super excited to see that all the power dancers were storm troopers like him. I think he was by far the cutest though ;)

Ella found her matching emoji.

After the trick or treat in the suites, we hurried over to the Trunk or treat at our church. It was the second year in a row that they were on the same night. I hate that we have to hurry through each event, but the kids love them both, so we made it work.

For an early release day, my parents came over and my mom made slime with the kids which they were excited about. I'm grateful my parents take advantage of the early release days and come and hang out. We enjoyed seeing them.

 
Halloween night ended up being rainy, so that was a bummer.

We went over to our friend the Blands house to have dinner and trick or treat with many friends. We did our best through the rain and the kids were happy.

Channing and her friend Mallory stuck together and thankfully Mallory survived Channing's control of the umbrella! There were not a lot of trick or treaters out past 8:00 since the world series Astros game was on. In fact, we didn't even have one single trick or treater. We have had a good month and we are excited for what the holidays will bring.