Halloween 2016

Although we still live in the same neighborhood, this is our first Halloween at the new house.  A friend invited us  over at their place for the Halloween.  We  decided to attend so  our children can  trick or treat with their friends.  

I am not sure  why both of my kiddos did not want a new costume.  They chose to  dress up in the 50s.  While I am glad that we didn't have to buy  new costumes, I am part sad  because that means they are slowly getting away with the Halloween fun.  

 Anyway,  food was served before   the trick or treat time.

 We went  trick or treating with the kiddos and it was a  great time catching up with other parents and  also had a great exercise with our walk and talk.

 These two were the ones I have seen that's really creative.  It looks really uncomfortable but I applaud the creativity.

 We will see if they will be interested next year, I hope so.  I enjoyed the time we spent with them for occasions like this.

These young  boys and girls are certainly growing up fast.  I still can't believe that my daughter is in 6th grade now.  Two more years and she will be in highschool.  Time flies!  I am  very grateful that I get to spend a lot of times with my kids growing up.  I haven't miss any milestone.  I am blessed to be a Mom, a stay-at-home-MoM!  

A Tribute for our Fallen Heroes: Our Visit to the Memorial Park in Weirton

After we  attended the Sunday mass for  All Saints Day celebration, we headed out  to the Memorial Park in Weirton since tomorrow will be All Souls Day, it would be appropriate to remember all the fallen heroes from West Virginia.

 It's nice to hear my husband  tell the kids about  his experiences  in the Navy.  This is the perfect place to educate them about the military.

 We used to come here when my father-in-law  is still able to walk far.  Whenever my husband see how  Dad is now,  it makes him feel sad because  he used to be very active  and his mind was still sharp in remembering everything.  I remember how happy he was telling the kids about his experiences in the military during the World War 2.  My father-in-law and my husband are my kids real heroes.

 It is so nice that Weirton has this little place dedicated to the services members who sacrificed a lot to defend  the country.

 My son is very interested in this kind of stuff.  I wouldn't be surprised if  he   show interest in joining the service when he grows up.  He truly admire his  Grandpa's bravery  during the WW2 and his Dad's  20 years of service  in the Navy.

 While I sit on the bench watching my husband and son, my daughter took some snapshots of me.

I wish that this memorial park is not on the busy street.  It would have been relaxing to  come here.  I seldom see people here but it makes a good landmark for people who are coming to WEirton.

 I can't believe that this kind of artillery shell was  being used back then, these are humongous!

 My husband is planning to purchase one brick on these memorial to put his Dad's name  and honor him.  I told him that he should get two so his uncle who died in Normandy will have one as well.

 We have two veterans to honor  this year, Grandpa and Daddy.  I feel bad that a lot of people are off on  Veteran's day but my husband isn't wahh.  The company he works for does not give veterans off for this holiday, which I wish they would.

 This is one of those spontaneous thing that we do.  No plans, just random urge to do something.  We just wanted to take opportunity of the good weather and have a little fun with the kids.

 This artillery shell us as tall an as big as me lol.

 My little explorer having fun.  He asked if he would be a good soldier, we told him that he might.

 We did not stay very long because This little lady did not bring her sweater, she left it at the car and it was a bit chilly for her.

 I am grateful that the city of Weirton is keeping everything in this park in  great condition.

 It's a great way for young generation to learn a little bit about military history.

 For our fallen heroes, thank you for sacrificing  for our freedom.  We salute and thank you for your bravery.  This post is a tribute for all the real "heroes".   

Family Get-Together on Memorial Weekend

My brother-in-law Rick and his wife Jill, always host a get together party for family and friend during memorial day every year.

They live in Chester, West Virginia, a 45  minute drive  from  where we live.

We love  driving  out there because it is very refreshing to see  the  farms with cows and horses and my husband adore these two log cabins that are built near my BIL's property.

Their home is a perfect  place for a party, there's lots of entertainment.  They have a swimming pool, a game room, and the scenery is very relaxing.

Hubby and I played table tennis after the kids  has done playing.

We also played corn hole  game with Jim and Jen.

 

It rained and there were thunder and lightning but it  subsided after  10 minutes or so.  We spotted two wild turkeys  at their backyard chasing the squirrel.  The squirrel is hiding beside the tree. Just click the photo to see an enlarged  version.

We went home with filled tummies.  The kids were exhausted  from swimming.  We had once again had a great time  with family and friends.