Catching Up with the Hughes'

Ever since school started for Preston and Sunshine School started for me, I just can't seem to keep up with everything. And blogging has been last on my to-do list. Get ready, because this is a catch up post!

Grandparents Day

Preston's school had a special morning for grandparents. My mom was able to make it. She got to meet his teacher, Mrs. Behymer, and watch some of their morning routine.

Preston was the leader for the day and got to sit in the middle of the group area and help with calendar time.
I didn't want to stay long because really this was for grandparents only. I did try to sneak this shot of Nana sitting in Preston's seat. After watching class time, all the grandparents went to the gym for breakfast with the principal, Mr. Speck. I love how Boggess works so hard to plan special days, just like this one, that help to get family involved with the student's education.

Soccer

Well, I couldn't put it off any longer. I am officially a soccer mom. Darren has been asking for a while now for me to sign Preston up, but really the thought of practices and Saturday games just makes me cringe. I can say that I love, love, love his team. I think all but two attend Boggess and a few are even in his class. The practice field is right next to our subdivision and the games are less than five minutes away. And truly I love soccer socks!

Preston definitely likes soccer better than t-ball. It's faster paced and you get to be a little aggressive trying to take the ball away- what's not for a boy to love?

We've had two games so far and this past Saturday Preston scored his first goal! I think it's going to be a great soccer season!

It's beginning to look alot like Halloween!

We definitely love fall- the cooler weather, the State Fair, and the holidays. I think we decorate for Halloween almost as much as we do for Christmas.

As much as I try to keep our decorations cute and fun, I'm out voted by all the boys for spooky and creepy things like this skeleton . . .
. . . and these ghosts,
On a cuter note, isn't this candy holder adorable?!
I love my mantle! Everything is from my trip to Canton. Putting it together was the first thing I did when I got home. Really, I didn't even bring my bags in from the car. I just couldn't wait to see how it all looked.
I L.O.V.E. argyle and these argyle pumpkins make me smile.

Some people have Christmas villages, but we have the beginnings of a Halloween village (it's a work in progress). Most of the houses light up or move which makes this the favorite attraction for our boys.



I'm more of a fan of cute platters. I just had to have this one (and the chocolate covered Oreos that came with it- YUM) from the Christian Works Auction. I had to reassure Darren that it was worth it because the money went to charity. I don't have any intentions of serving food on it because then you can't see the adorable picture!
Guess we need to update this plate and add a lil' monster! Our house just feels more cozy with all the special decorations around. Happy Fall Y'all!