Witches Night Out

Last night was our annual trip to Gardner Village's Witches Night Out.  We had a blast as always.  This year I decided to not be a witch and dressed as Mary Poppins instead.  Wow, that costume is envied.  When I told Howie that I was going to be Mary Poppins he said to me "Everybody loves Mary Poppins."  At the time I just shrugged his comment off because Mary Poppins was his most favorite movie while growing up.  But, he wasn't kidding. EVERYBODY loves Mary Poppins!  People seriously light up when they figure out you're her.  It was SO fun to be her.

The girls were going to meet me at Sizzler for dinner prior to going over to Gardner Village.  As I sat there awaiting their arrival, a cute older couple came in.  The gentleman leaned down to me and said "You look very nice."  and smiled.  I appreciatively said "Thank you!" and he carried on his way.  I really hope he put together that I was Mary Poppins!  Haha, I'd hate for him to think I go out on any given Saturday night to my local Sizzler's all dressed up like that.

At Gardner Village I got attention from people, as well.  In fact, as we danced the night away there was a small group of younger boys (around early 20's) that were kind of watching us all dance.  One, in particular, seemed quite taken with my ensemble.  Who knew it would have such an effect?

After we had had our fill of dancing and Witches, Cheryl, Chauntay, Genelle, and I all went to Cold Stone for some much needed ice cream.

After saying goodbye to the girls I headed over to make an appearance at my friend Dan's house for his annual Halloween party.  I've known Dan for years now.  He and I went to Jr. and Senior High School together.  He's a real hoot.

Once again, my costume was a huge hit!  One girl at the party couldn't get over how cute my costume was.  "Best costume here!" she exclaimed.  "The best!"  (I think she had already had a little bit to drink.)  When I first walked in to Dan's house there was a couple sitting on the couch (I feel I need to specify that they were a gay couple, the story will make more sense!).  One of the guys could only partially see my costume at first, but the hat was a dead giveaway.  "Oh my gosh, are you Mary Poppins?!  I want to see!  Come here!"  I laughed and said "Yes."  I walked over to show him my complete costume.  "How adorable are you?  You are so cute."  I just smiled and thanked him.  (I was still in shock at how much attention this costume was getting me.)

Another successful Witches Night Out!  I have loved the tradition this has come to be.  Can't wait for next year!  I already have some costume ideas going!

Witches Night Out

On Saturday October 27th I got a group of ladies together and attended the annual Witch's Night Out at Gardner Village.

Mom, Miranda, Mercedes, and I.  My Aunt Opal was there, too.

My BFF also accompanied us.  We all met at Zupa's for dinner then headed over.

Her and I rode Trax to the event because Gardner Village was a mad house.  So many people!  We had a blast this year.  In fact, this was my favorite year.  Everyone had a good night and we danced and danced.  If you're lucky enough to be FB friends with my Mom you got to see a rather hilarious video clip of me dancing.  Classic Tara thing to do.

Witchapalooza!

This past Saturday was Witchapalooza-Girl's-Night-Out at Gardner Village.  It was a fun way to kick off this festive Halloween season.  We enjoyed a lovely lunch/early dinner and then it was on with the show.  The show this year is called 'The Taming of The Brew'.  It was pretty funny.  We all enjoyed it.

Others in attendance, but not pictured, are my cousin Chelsea and my sister Sheena.

We had to get a picture with a witch.

Genelle would probably not be happy that I posted this picture of us, but it was the best one we took on the bench.  Good thing she doesn't read my blog.  Hehe.  We were twiners with our shirts.

Last weekend we were blessed with a wonderful General Conference.  I'm always happy to sit at home all weekend in my pj's and listen to the words of our General Authorities.  We are so lucky to have such strong members of our church to give us guidance.  I have come to rely more and more on their words and teachings especially with our new callings in our branch.  I am now the second counselor in the Relief Society.  I'm still getting used to it and learning everyone's names (i'm almost as bad as members of our congregation when it comes to remembering names!).  But i'm thankful for the calling and the opportunity to serve them.  They have such strong testimonies and I love hearing them share them each month.  They have become a great strength to me and I'm lucky to know them.