Hallelujah Night

If you have read my blog over the years, you know we struggle with whether or not to celebrate Halloween. Quite frankly, we see both sides- it being a harmless and fun holiday and/or it being a pagan holiday that celebrates and highlights evil. This is the second year we decided not to celebrate it. What it comes down to is we love Jesus and want to participate in things that are Godly and good. So for our family, we decided not to celebrate it again but do not judge those who do. Instead, owe participated in our Church's Hallelujah night. The kids played some games, did some bible-inspired activities and got obscene amounts of candy. They were happy and we didn't have to endure the cold trick or treating...HA!

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Joziah was obsessed with this game!  He wanted to stay there all night.

Bella, as you can see, went as a basketball player

Skate on over- Bella's Nine

Bella had a hard time deciding how to celebrate her birthday this year.  After brainstorming and talking in length, she finally decided to go skating. She enjoyed herself and momma didn't have to do much! Double win!

Bella opened some gifts on her actual birthday!

Basketball Origami Owl- like necklace

New coloring bible

Bella was ready to party

Bella and Emma have known each other for 7 years!

Joziah rolled out to the middle of the rink and decided that was enough!

I had a couple Minute to Win it games prepared if they needed a break from skating.

Milly and Alfie.  Bella has known Alfie since Reception at St Mary's.  5 years now.

Joziah got her some more Beanie Boos

There is so much genuine love between these two.

She finally got some "fake" glasses she had been asking for

Water bottle from Nana

Dinner at her favorite place, Wagamamas

A birthday package form Aunty Sissy

iTunes card and Pop Tart inspired Lipsmackers