Treats, x 2!

"Halloween" comes twice this year: in the form of the minor recognition of the N. American version back in October, and in advance of the major Carnivale festival here in March. The every-other Saturday school routine is often disappointing for the girls, but not this weekend -- when "school" constitutes confetti-throwing, pinata-smashing, costume displays, and candy consumption! We're not sure how we'll adjust to the relatively tame holiday celebrations back home, but for now, as the proverb/cliche says, "When in Rome (or Genoa!)..."