Even moms can pull all-nighters!!

As much as I love shopping, I hate, hate, hate crowds. That's where the irony comes in-

I went Black Friday shopping. Why?? Because Sara convinced me that it would be fun.

And as we approached Old Navy and saw the line that snaked around out front, I knew I had been duped.

Actually, it was fun just to stay out all night with Sara. The funny part is I found a lot of stuff, but nothing I bought was 'on sale'. Go figure...my mom would have called that one! Wish she was there:)

Hope you all had a lovely Thanksgiving!

(thanks for the pics, Sara)

THE Pie

I've found it!

My signature Thanksgiving pie. And Martha Stewart calls it an 'advanced' pie. (But, between you and me...it's not that hard;)).

The key is the crust, so follow the directions to the T.

My one piece of advice...don't let your stomach get the best of you, causing you to dive into it right out of the oven. It really is best after cooling completely. (I'm making it Wednesday, along with my pumpkins.)

So, here it is...Apple-blackberry Pie with "Fall Leaves" Pate Brisee'

Enjoy...I did!!

Mom's Day

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All Hallow's Eve

hThis was the first year that my little goblins all wanted to dress dark and scary. Don't tell them, but I think they came out cuter than ever.

Cade was sweet not to wear his skeleton mask around Lila. She was terrified of it.

Phoebe was so surprised that she won 'Best Costume' at Trunk or Treat. I wasn't.

It's scary how sweet they are.

Fia, the Midnight Fairy

Daisy