Pumpkin Carving

Last night, we decided to carve some pumpkins that Ben and I picked up on Monday. I always enjoy carving pumpkins. Squishing my hands in the gooey center is one of my favorite parts (that may surprise some people because of my neatness tendencies :) ). Ben chose a pretty small pumpkin at the store and it was the HARDEST pumpkin I have ever tried to carve. I'm not sure if it was just because it was smaller or what? I thought Curt or I were going to end up in the ER from a slip of the knife or something. We all came out okay with no injuries, but I hope to never carve a pumpkin that hard again!

 Ben liked using the scooper to clean out his pumpkin. He gave up after a little bit though and I had to finish up the job. :)
Our pumpkin family all lit up on the porch.

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Kelsey said…
melissa, I just spent WAY too much time catching up on your life on your amazing blog! :) I love your letter activities and it's something I've been meaning to do with Brenna. You are a great mommy to your ALMOST 3 year old! :)
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