I love Halloween. Fortunately for me, I have family and friends who like it too. Before the kids arrived on the scene, Eddie and I hosted a big party every year (Frankenparty). Now we just put our energy into costumes.
This year, we teamed up with two other families and went as the cast of the “Wizard of Oz.” It took more than a month of construction for Eddie, the Tin Man.
It took an hour and a half to get Eddie into the costume, and there was tape involved.
The end result was worth it:
Here’s the cast list:
Us:
Tin Man: Eddie
Toto: Dominic
Lion: Gideon
Glinda: Me
Friends:
Scarecrow: Eggy
Wicked Witch: Sophia
Dorothy: Ava
Family:
Munchkin: Carmen
Flying Monkey: Daniel
We were a big hit in the neighborhood.
We lost track of how many people asked to take pictures of us.
After trick or treating, it was time for four of the adults to enjoy some treats of their own. Carmen and Daniel, Eddie’s sister and brother-in-law, agreed to watch the kids so we could go to my friend Terri’s party.
Getting there was … interesting. We couldn’t use ruby slippers or a broom, so the Element had to do.
It took about 15 minutes for us all to reassemble ourselves once we got to Terri’s house.
But the night didn’t end there. Oh no. We were so happy to be out that we even went to see a movie: “Paranormal Activity 2.” The witches definitely needed a break!
Witches’ Night Out
After all, Glinda and Elphaba hadn’t been able to spend much time together since college.
Next year: Sesame Street. Oh, it’s on!
Observe and report 
OMG you all look awesome! I love the last one of you and Sophia at the movie concessions counter! Everyone looks excellent but Eddie’s costume is da bomb!
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The bucket of popcorn and purse make me laugh!
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Beth, where are the movie producers? Ya’ll are stunning.
I wish I had a movie to show all the little kids that never
get out. They would be so happy. Can’t wait till next year.
I would drive to Bloomingdale just to take a video of all of you.
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If you come, we’ll make you wear a costume!
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That is just the most awesome thing I have seen in a long, long time! You guys must have had a blast!
Oh, and when I saw the picture of Eddie in the car, I totally did a spit take.
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I know you were afraid there was a nozzle sticking out. But no. It is just a weird angle on the axe in his lap.
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