Halloween in Ottawa

This was our first Halloween in Ottawa. We weren't sure what to expect as we live in a really nice neighbourhood, but it's a mix of families with kids as well as young couples and older couples with grown children (or no children). We're also on a small side street off of a somewhat busier street, so we didn't know if lots of kids would make it down our street or not.

We'd arranged with two of Alex's friends (and their parents) to come over for the afternoon and dinner before the three boys could go out trick or treating. It worked out really well - the boys always have so much fun together, and they were all dressed in Star Wars themed outfits. Alex was Darth Vader, his friend Mackenzie was Anakin Skywalker (who is actually Darth Vader, but before he becomes completely evil and takes the name Darth Vader, and has to wear a special mask due to a traumatic facial burn). Ale'x friend, Adleywas Luke Skywalker (who is actually Anakin/Darth Vader's son).

All three boys looked amazing and they had a great time getting lots of candy and treats.

Here's some pictures of the kids in their costumes as well as some pictures from our trip to pick up a few pumpkins.

Darth Vader with his light saber



Luke Skywalker



Anakin Skywalker

All three boys ready for battle

Alex trying to do a 'mean' face

Ready for Candy

Our neighbour was Princess Leia (she's Luke's sister and Darth/Anakin's daughter)

At the end of the night, we didn't have that many kids at all - but we did find a fun street for trick-or-treating on, and Alex and his friends had a great time.