It's finally here! 

So here's the whole story of the diamond necklace.  Years ago (before children- after I was a Realtor...)  I worked at The Elizabeth Diamond Company.  I remember my first day.  It was one of those days that kind of feels like a dream.  I walked in and there were diamonds all around me.  Not just any diamonds, but clear, large, beautifully cut diamonds in the most fabulous settings you could imagine.  Earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets. 

I felt like a princess.  I would get to clean the engagement rings occasionally.  I was always so scared.  I'd have on white gloves and be carrying $500K of rings.  I would imagine they were mine for the few seconds it took me to walk to the cleaner.  OH  the memories. 

That's not to mention the people.  What a kind and caring group.  They took care of me.  They taught me so much.  About jewelry, their culture (they were Indian), and people.  **I'm not a fan of Indian food by the way**  What an amazing experience.  I loved that job.  I was sad to move on after it was over. 

Anyway, I had just recently found Sonny and The Elizabeth Diamond Company on Facebook. 

I logged on one day and I saw a contest.  Sonny was giving away a diamond necklace if you could guess Carson Palmer's passer rating for the game against the Bears on Sunday.  I did a few minutes of research and placed my guess.  147.3. 

Jason and I recorded the game, so we weren't watching it in live time.  It was in the third quarter.  I noticed that Carson Palmer's passer rating was 146  "I might win a diamond necklace!!!"

Well, I immediately went to the computer and sure enough, I was the closest!!  If you want to have the opportunity to win, just become a fan of The Elizabeth Diamond Company on facebook.  I think he's giving one a week away.  It is stunning too. 

Needless to say, this is my jewelry store for life.  It's hard to find a jeweler that you trust and I have found one.  They know their stuff and they are good people.  If you are thinking of asking for jewelry for Christmas, give them a shot. 

**End Elizabeth Diamond Company commercial.  **

Here it is.
 

A little early, I know, but it kept them all busy so whatever!

Lily was told to draw a face on the pumpkin.
 
This is what she drew!  So cool how the eyes are totally huge and the teeth are outside of the mouth.

Then it was time to gut the thing. 


Lily was totally serious about this.


Then the little one started getting involved.  Look out!  She was crazy with that spoon.  
Jason tried to get her to eat the pumpkin guts.  She thought this was gross....

 
Then she thought it might be a good idea. 

Then the actual carving began.
 

Then it was done.
 

Then it was finally dark enough to light it.  So SCAAAAARRRRRYYYY!!!!