Elmo's Trick-or-Treat Adventure!

Our poor little munchkin had an allergic reaction to something today and came home from playcare with puffy eyes, a splotchy face, and dry lips. After some Benadryl and a loooong nap, he was still rather cranky and clingy. Since James had to stay late tonight, I ended up skipping class to stay home with Ian. It worked out just fine though because I was able to join them for a short session of trick-or-treating!

A little pre-trick-or-treating treat. Poor guy discovered our bowl of candy and really wanted more chocolate, not a lollipop!

Getting ready! Ian was Elmo this year (or as he says it - "Eh-bo").

And we're off!

Walking with Mommy. Ian had very little interest in trick-or-treating at first. He made a beeline straight for the park!

Running, running, running with Cookie Monster following. :-)

Beverage break!

Haha - it cracks me up that Ian wanted to just play at the park for thirty minutes.

Swinging with Mommy. Our little munchkin has learned all on his own how to twist his legs to make himself spin a bit on the swing.

Loves for Mommy. I heart his expression!

After trick-or-treating at a few houses, Ian was starting to get the hang of it and was more than ready for a chocolate break.

We stopped by to see his little friend, Isaac, and Isaac's parents. They are wonderful neighbors but it had been a looooooooooong time since we have seen them! As soon as we got to their house, Ian ran as fast as he could right through the open front door. They are always super sweet and welcomed us in. Ian and Isaac had fun playing together for a little while.

Back home, Ian sat down for another photo-opp...er chocolate break. The bucket spilled, but that didn't deter him! Made the selection process easier. :-)

Sweet little Eh-bo.

Cookie Monster and Elmo hanging out - they are best buddies!

It was so nice to get out of the house for a bit tonight! Ian had a blast and was in such a good mood when we got home. We love our little Elmo!