Because they love each other...air hugs!
I hope your Halloween was full of spooks!
RIGHT here....do you see it?-- The thief trying to steal candy. Candy for cute little trick-or-treaters. Yes, Coco was caught red handed...or red pawed.
So, I thought I would put her in jail bird stripes....well, actually bumble bee stripes. A word to the wise. DON'T STEAL CANDY from children.
Happy Halloween!
Now, that is what I am talking about!!!!
So, in other words. Start where you are at and don't get frustrated because you wish you were somewhere else or at a different place in your life. Start where you are at....and enjoy the view.
Of course, we had to have a phosphate at Clinton's. 
Miss Ali and I headed out into the country to Kelly's unbelievable home. Here are pictures of the carriage house. It is connected to this gorgeous stable in Platte City. Boy, this girl has talent. To see more and read more about her home...she is in Home in the Northland October/November issue.
We went this past weekend to a breath-takingly beautiful wedding. The bride looked like a princess. She was just glowing with happiness. Here are a few pictures from the reception at Union Station. I was having too much fun to snap any photos.
Mom and I before heading into the church...
Shane and I in the photo booth at the reception. How come I am the one looking so silly. I think he is laughing AT ME....in every shot. 
Sunday, my crew headed to watch the poor Chiefs lose. They had fun, but I think with the rain and cooler temperatures, everyone was asleep by 8:00 PM. 
I hope fall is keeping you busy. http://www.spottedcanary.com/Haunted_Recycled_Mansion.htm
Happy Haunting! 
I added a rhinestone on the spider's body for some bling!
I created felt and paper tags to dangle off the trick-or-treat sack. They are hanging from one of my old earrings. I lost the other one and hoped to find it someday. It never did turn up so, in honor of it, I placed the earring on the bag. 
I hope you make a little sack for all your goodies! 
THIS! 
Here some more photos of it...
It was a blast to make and not too difficult. Go to Jo-Ann's website for complete directions and PLEEZ take 2 seconds to rate my projects. It would mean so much to me!
When we landed our good friend, Ryan met us and gave us an amazing couple of days in Dublin. He first took us to a farmer's field. In the middle of the field is New Grange. It is an ancient tomb that was believed to have been built before the pyramids were built.
Something interesting about the tomb is that once a year, the sun is at the perfect position to shine light in it. The tomb was constructed on a hill, even with the horizon. Your name could be put in a yearly drawing, so you can be in the tomb when the sunlight shines in. The tomb is small, and only holds 15 people.
Next, we headed to our first of three castles. I told you fairy tales come true. This one is called Trim Castle. Braveheart was filmed here.
Shane shot a few imaginary arrows out the castle window. You know the saying "When in Rome...."
Okay, here is the prison that Ryan and Shane couldn't wait to go to. I was not looking as forward to going to a historical prison. All I can say is, glad they made me go. AMAZING. It is called Kilmainham Jail. Women, children, and men were placed here. Many died. It felt so heavy the minute I walked into it. The tour taught me about the history of Ireland and the revolution. The construction of the prison was also significant. The dome made it impossible for the prisoners to even whisper. The guards could hear every sound. It was a silent, eerie place. 
After the prison, we needed a drink! Guinness Factory tour. The top floor of the facility had a panoramic view of Dublin. So beautiful! No, I never did acquire a taste for Guinness. 
Unfortunately, we had to leave Dublin. We hopped on a train. Of course, there would be a transportation issue. Shane and I are traveling together remember. The train had to have a new engine hooked up to it. We only had a 13 minute connection with our luggage. I guess we weren't making it. Stress, stress. Well, to make a long story short. The other train waited...we made the journey to Killarney and just a few minutes late to the reception. No biggie!Then, you have the gift of Eloquence. Of course, Shane did it. Prissy me-passed. Shane kissed me afterwards to pass on the gift of eloquence. So, I am told I have the gift too.
Lucky me!
Here is the view from the top of the Blarney Castle. Long way down!
The next day we did the Gap of Dunloe tour through the hill country. Another transportation issue. Our poor horse and driver. I wasn't sure we were going to make it in the cart. We were passed by all the other carts and I think looped by one cart driver. LOL. We walked most of the 7 miles through gorgeous scenery. Notice in the photo our poor horse doesn't even lift his head for the photo. Shane saved Jen and I once from ended up in the ditch on the cart. Our horse was backing us off the rode. Thank goodness he wasn't on the cart and got control over the reins.
This photo shows the gap between the hills.
We ate lunch in Dunloe and then boarded a boat to our hotel. Yep, our boat got stuck. The other boat's riders were standing taking pictures of our bottomed out boat. Glad we made such good entertainment. Shane and I just shouldn't do any kind of transportation together.
The lakes and rivers were rock bottom and crystal clear. Many fished for salmon in this area. Our boat ride was for 2 hours. So beautiful!
Home Sweet Home.....
The hotel was elegant with a very European style. 
Views from the lobby!
I don't think I could ever get tired of looking out the windows here!
The hotel had a long driveway, full of gorgeous flowers. 
Don't ask me what he is doing. Let's just say...too much Guinness!
We decide to walk to Ross Castle in Killarney. It was only a 3 mile walk.
We ran into some friends biking to the castle. 
I saw the most swans that I have seen in my life. Outside the castle, swimming in a farmer's pond. They were everywhere. Told you it was fairytale land.
The Pub life was festive and fun. I might not have liked Guinness but I loved Bulmers Apple. It tasted like apple cider with 17 types of apples used in it. It wasn't sweet but more refreshing then anything. It is supposably like Woodchuck sold in the US. I don't know if I have ever had Woodchuck. 
A variety of great music and dancing!
This guy is in the Guinness book of world records for the fastest fingers!
Well, that was our trip to Ireland in a nutshell. I hope you enjoyed the journey.
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