Bowser was pretty excited for his first Halloween Howl’oween. He wanted to get into costume right away!
But it was such a beautiful morning, we just had to get out for a romp.
Followed by this:
Finally it was time to get things ready for the kiddos. I got to use my new firebowl for the first time.
Our street was pretty dark and scary. We are surrounded by 3 mobile home parks so that’s where the bulk of the kids went (higher efficiency in candy scrounging 😉). We could hear them laughing and screaming but only 4 intrepid souls came to our yard all night.
Still, we enjoyed a pleasant Howl’oween by the fire.
Rock on,
The WB
Hi Bowser – well after that romp and the effort in carving that perfect pumpkin you deserve your rest … you’re lucky it was only Halloween night – here your poor species have to endure fireworks galore – even this human in her home jumped at a couple of explosions … your pals, no doubt those cat four-leggeds, and of course the birds all are rather unhappy at the goings on of your mistress and her like – but I know you’re happy at home with her and her sort and they look after you rather well!! Have a happy week … we’re in for a wet one, still a change from drought! Cheers Hilary
Halloween fireworks are a real thing here on the island, as you may remember. The volunteer fire department put on a great show right around the corner from us. Bowser wasn’t bothered by the noise, fortunately. I like fireworks and also understand the concerns of pet owners regarding them. I feel they should be limited to public displays only and that backyard fireworks should not be allowed. Thanks, Hilary 💕
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I wish I could sleep like that!
If you had four kids hit Halloween you had your more than we did. Living in the country has its charms, but trick or treaters isn’t one of them.
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It really is amazing how deeply Bowser can sleep, and in any position! Yes, living in the country or on the outskirts of town means travelling to be or see trick’n treaters. I always had to go to my suburban friends’ neighbourhood for Halloween, growing up. Thanks, Rivergirl 💕
Hi, Deb (and Bowser) I always LOVE Hallowe’en — the creativity, the generosity, the community — oh yay, and a treat or two! Bowser’s costume is absolutely adorable and your new fire bowl is perfect!
Thank you, Donna 💕 I messaged you yesterday to see how you made out in the windstorm. Everything OK?
Yikes! I don’t know how I missed that (and three other message beside it). I just saw it now. I am so sorry about the house attack. All was fine here. We lost power for a couple hours and traffic lights lost power for over 24! 🙁
I’m so surprised we didn’t lose power. Honestly I thought the house was being attacked – so many broken branches hitting the walls, windows, and roof!!! Luckily no damage…
His paw in the shoe while sleeping! Sweet boy. ❤️
I know, right?!?! 😍 Thank you, Kari 💕
I have to chuckle each time I see that sweet, furry face! Thank you for this. Hugs… T
I’m glad he makes you chuckle. Bowser certainly brings a lot of humour into my life! Thank you 💕
We didn’t get any trick or treaters. Hope you didn’t have too much candy left over.
I had enough for 50 kids and let the 4 take as much as they wanted so yeah, lots left over…but somehow the rest all disappeared between the 3 of us 😉. Thanks, Kate 💕
We only had seven or eight kids… all in one bunch. I was surprised by a number of them who said they had peanut allergies. Fortunately, we not only had Reese’s but another, non-peanut candy.
Bowser, as usual, is beyond cute.
The rising number of peanut allergies is weird, isn’t it? I never had any allergies growing up and neither did their dad, but both kids have allergies to animals (cats, dogs, horses…). Thanks, Janis 💕
Love all the pics, Deb.
But my favourite has to be the second last one, softly lit by the glow of the fire-bowl, with his Howl’oween finery 😍
Thanks my friend, that’s a favourite of mine too! 💕
My schnauzer used to sleep the same way in (and out) of his bed. Glad you got to spend Halloween outside. You look good in your holiday scarf.
Thank you, Jean 💕 I think Bowser rocks the scarf too!
I love his sleeping position while possessively keeping your shoe handy!! Ah the joys of rural life and Halloween. We only ever get our grandkids and even that is hit and miss! Bernie
Thank you, Bernie 💕 I loved to see him sleeping that way too. The joys of rural life far outweigh the downside of a poor Halloween turnout, but you already know that.
I do indeed! I occasionally miss convenient things but I am happy to make do without.
Only four kids? I’m sure they were appreciative of your fire bowl, candy and super cute Bowser!!
I think they were hyper focused on what was in the bowl (candy, not fire) 😂 but I like the way you think, Suz! Thanks 💕
Gorgeous firepit! Bowzer looks fab, as ever. Pity about the limited number of trick or treaters after you made the effort, but glad you had some to limit your generous supply of candy. We had none, haven’t had any since moving into apartments – but then the UK doesn’t do it in a big way.
Halloween is HUGE here on the island which is not surprising given its reputation as a haven for pagans and hippie burnouts 😄. People go crazy for fireworks as well as spending lots to decorate their houses. It’s kinda fun, and I like it! Thanks, Debs 💕
I didn’t realise that about the pagans and hippies – what fun, no wonder you love it there so much Deb!
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I like Halloween, it calls to my Celtic ancestry I suppose. Bowser looks lovely and I like your simple jack-o-lantern. It’s a refreshing, reminding me of my childhood when all carved pumpkins looked like that. Cheerful
Thanks, Ally 💕. I decided to go with a simple pumpkin this year and I liked the look of it too. Didn’t even take the time to draw a face on first; just went at it with the paring knife. Gutsy, no? 😉
Inspiring actually!
Thank you 💕