“I’m so glad to live in a world with Octobers.” ~ Anne of Green Gables
October was a busy month with two holidays, a party, new playground discoveries and the return of my much loved and needed Mom’s group!
Thanksgiving
I say this a lot but my favourite thing about being Canadian is having Thanksgiving in October. If we ever end up moving back to the states I will always celebrate in October. I made a pork loin along with the traditional sides.
Mom's Group
One of the hardest part of 2020 was the cancellation of my Moms' group. Every Wednesday morning we would meet at the church for brunch and visiting with each other. Being a mom can be lonely sometimes and I can't begin to share how important it was to my mental health to be around other moms who let me know how I was feeling (or how my kids were doing) was normal.
Things looked different (the theme for the year, right?) and now we meet at a park outside. There's no food but the amazing childcare workers who keep our kids so we can have adult conversations are there.
It is such a gift for people who love my kids especially when they spend most of the time chasing them around.
JelloLand.
I am always trying to explore new options to take the kids indoors and came across a new playground. It’s small enough where I can see the whole thing yet big enough for Nolan to enjoy. We will definitely be back.
We also went to our beloved 365 Fundays playground twice this month. Having a place for my toddler to burn off his endless amount of energy is priceless!
Halloween Party
I had a few moms and their kids over for a party the week before Halloween . This was the day before Dr. Bonnie Henry banned gatherings over six.
I made snacks that were individually packaged and we spent the time outdoors.
Halloween
We ended the month celebrating Halloween and doing a drive through trick or treat event at the PNE. Both boys slept through it and our favourite part was the food trucks at the end. It was like a date night (which we never get)
I left out a bowl of treats for trick or treaters. I'm pretty sure two teenagers grabbed the whole lot. Oh well at least it's out of my house.
Now, bring on all things Christmas!!!
