Flynn was a vision in pink for her fourth Halloween. She's not really a "girly girl" but she told me she wanted to be a pink princess this year. (Of course her wish is my command!)
Flynn's school has a tradition of holding a "Character Parade" on Halloween. The students march around the main campus dressed as a character from one of their favorite books. The students are also required to carry the book as they march. I saw many skinny-armed Harry Potter's lugging around a heavy, thick book as they made three laps around campus.
Flynn is into the "Pinkalicious" series of books so we were lucky her Pink Princess costume worked for this theme. I volunteered to help get the kindergarten students dressed for the big parade. It was a fun, noisy, and hectic experience helping these giddy students prepare for the march. The Executive Director of the school led the parade on bicycle dressed as Ramona Quimby (aka "Ramona the Pest.) The kindergarten students followed and grades 1st-thru-8th marched along. It was an impressive sight.
I had to teach Halloween night so Flynn had an abbreviated "Trick-or-Treat" session with Grandpa. (thanks dad!) She had a good time talking to the neighbors and collecting candy. Her favorite part of the evening was helping Grandma hand out the candy at the door. She'd hear a knock and exclaim, "Oh good! We have more CUSTOMERS!" She was thrilled. I'm proud she enjoys giving more than receiving. She's a special girl.
