While all this was going on outside, Haley, the family dog decided she wanted to go outside and run around. She steadfastly refused to some when we called her. She got Emily to the ground and just wanted to play (or maybe she doesn't like tigers, not really sure ).
~dale

Finally a creature came out of the woods and grabbed her when she didn't expect it.
~dale

All great photos Dale. Looks like the family really gets involved in Halloween. Hope they all had a good time. Of course, now the sugar highs begin.

Hi Steve,
Our oldest is 15 and is at that age where he feels embarrassed to do "little kid things". With mom & dad doing it too, making it a whole family thing to dress up and have fun, it helps them to not feel awkward or out of place. I did have one lady get pretty close, looked directly into my mask and ask me "How old are you???"-ha. I didn't reply, just held my sack out for a treat.
~dale

Hey Dale,

If it's a family thing then it's all good. Steve

Dale
Looks like a great time. I love your family values. Why can't more parents spend time with the children. They grow up so fast. I believe you are getting the most out of your parenting years.

Hey Dale,
Great Photos ... looks like a great time!
Wait till your oldest gets a little older!!!!! ... our youngest (you've seen him in some camping / canoeing
pics from this past summer) is 17+ and driving now. Last night, on his way out, as we discussed
where he was going, what he was going to do and with who, I reminded him that if he had to call me
from a Police Station, that he should just skip the call, because he'd be spending the night there
anyway. No real worries though ... he's a good boy ... just me playing Dad with a big grin on my face!
Spending time with them is the key! Those times do lessen as they get older. When I can get my older Son (24)
to sit for an hour, it's great to have a beer and cigar with him, and shake my head, as it feels like yesterday that I was 24!
Like we've all said before ...
THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT.
Keep those pics and stories coming
Tony

Absolutely right Tony, THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT. My boys are 32 and 29 and it's great to sit with them when we can and talk.

You guys are right, and is why I spend time with them every single day now. I would hate to "wake up tomorrow dead" and have it all be gone in the blink of an eye.
~dale

I forgot to mention that even Haley the dog takes part in dressing up too, not just with the running around and causing confusion when we're ready to leave.
~dale