It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like
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Did you think I was going to say Christmas?
Yesterday morning was all about creating a web around the front porch. I wanted to do it while Simon was at school so he could come home to a surprise.
I started with a bunch of bags of webbing from Target.
It went up pretty well. One side is definitely better than the other as I got the hang of stretching it out. I used about six bags and have some left over for the inevitable updates it will need since I did it a couple weeks before Halloween.
I brought my computer outside so I could do a bit of work too - the weather was awesome. Lily was helping of course.
After I finished I waited inside by the window so I could see Simon's reaction as he got off the bus.
"Where did that web come from?" he wanted to know first thing.
One brief touch.
And then he was off to check out the Lego catalog that came in the mail on Monday.
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Great web. We got our LEGo catalog Monday too. I'm saving it to hand over during our 11 hour drive to see family next week.
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Hi Ali! Love the spider-web and especially the look on Simon's face! I took some Fall shots of outside our house today so I am glad to see yours, as well. I'm in that blissful Fall mood...
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Alil, such a great idea to surprise Simon. Now all you need is some cool spiders and you will be all set! Cheers to a spooky holiday!
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awesome webbing - and BEAUTIFUL house. White siding, black shutters and a red door are my favorite combo!
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So in love with you front porch -- the new house looks beautiful! Love all the spider webs and those photos are, as always, amazing!!
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I am impressed with how you included pictures of yourself. You are amazing. The pictures tell a great story!
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Love, love, love your red door and front veranda! Wish that my house could have a veranda that size! I want to get our Halloween decorations out now and put everything up but first I have to go to the laundromat since my washing machine's on the fritz!!
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this.is.AWESOME. LOVE simon's expression!! love how you include yourself in the photos... i need to remember to do that.
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your house is absolutely gorgeous ali!
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The smile on Simon's face brought a huge smile to mine! Thanks for sharing your family with us and your home is beautiful!
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So very awesome!! The look on Simon's face says it all! Love love love it! And your house is gorgeous -- fabulous porch!
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Great Halloween decorations and photos! Your new house looks really nice...fantastic porch!
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He was delighted! How fun!
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What a great surprise for your little man...and totally worth it judging by the happy look on his face!! Your new home is beautiful!!! Looks amazing decorated for the holiday. I'm sure you'll have just as much fun decorating for Christmas!
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You are such a great mom! What a terrific thing to do for Simon. His expression is priceless. Thank you for continuing to share your family with us.
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Love the webbing BUT him excited about the Lego catalog is a classic!! Reminds me of my oldest...turning 8 this December!! Thanks for keeping it real!!
Clair from South Africa
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Oh Ali Simon's face is priceless! We don't celebrate Halloween at our house so I am thankful you shared a bit of your celebration. Happy Halloween and enjoy the festivities. Your house looks like a fun place to decorate for lots of different holidays! Enjoy....
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I heart this post!
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It looks great! Love your house and all the pictures. You inspire me to get myself in more pics.
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Ali your house is beautiful! I love to read about your life. It's like a movie with the fall leaves and Simon coming home on the bus. Very different from where I live, it's cute it makes me want to move :)
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