House of Ficek: Halloween

We just got back from vacation in Colorado where there was a lack of modern technology happening. To be honest I really didn't mind it as we were out enjoying mother nature and family (however, I can't wait to catch up to what I've missed on my favorite blogs). Hopefully I can make it up to you by sharing some great pictures that I took while driving through the mountains in Estes Park and taking in the changing colors.

Growing up we would spend countless weekends at my Great Grandma's cabin in Estes. We would make a trip to The Taffy Shop that first day to stock up on the best salt water taffy. You can still watch the taffy being made in the shop window.

This is the Stanley Hotel where the movie The Shining was filmed. I might have to figure out how to work this one into the house before Halloween ;)

Here is one with the aspen trees changing color.

We stayed with my in-laws who live on a few acres of land and I couldn't help but take some photos of their place. It was such a relaxing trip, and hopefully I get to see some leaves changing colors here at home soon!

The rare photo of the hubby and I since one of us is usually behind the lens. Have a great rest of your weekend, I will be unpacking ;)

I LOVE Fall, everything about it. I think it evokes this sense of family for me, the beginning of the holiday season and sitting with your loved ones around a warm fire. The first Thanksgiving that we lived in Dallas I wanted a fire so bad and it was about 75 degrees outside. My parents were visiting and my Dad went to the store and got firewood, but we had to have all of the windows open to let the hot air escape.

This year I finally had an excuse to drag my husband to the pumpkin patch (YAY for babies!). Now we'll see if we can do the same for Christmas.

Anytime of year I like to drive around different neighborhoods and get inspiration. This time of year is one of my favorites, you can find me driving 10 mph just starring at peoples front porches.