Tradition

I love traditions. They provide stability and precious memories throughout the growing up years. They can be counted on and anticipated all year long.

One tradition I love is visiting Mimi and Gongi (Jeremy's godmothers) for Halloween. All the Halpin/Amezcua cousins excitedly don their costumes and treck over to Mimi and Gongi's for the big reveal. Every year, Mimi and Gongi lovingly select the perfect Hallmark Christmas ornament for each child to hang on their Christmas tree. Once our kids are grown, not only will they have cherished memories of visiting Mimi and Gongi each year, they will also have a set of their very own Christmas ornaments!

Sadly, scheduling conflicts prevented all the cousins from being together this year, but we met up with the other Halpins for a fun-filled time!

Mimi's cozy lap is a wonderful place to be!

They have the best climbing tree in their front yard.

Nosy was none too pleased with whatever shoe issue was slowing this football player down.

Sweet Owie

Gigi wouldn't miss a visit with her grandbabies!

O gets some love from Mimi.

Mimi and Gongi, we love you! Thank you for this sweet, fun tradition. My kids will look back so fondly on these memories.