Friday was one of those nights that, in theory, should have been fantastic. Kami wanted to be "Rapunzel" for the trick or treat event at school and so I decided to dress up as "Mother Gothel," Rapunzel's evil, kidnapping, vain and selfish mother. I also volunteered to host a door, which meant I had to decorate it and pass out candy all night. Perfect! I decorate the door like the tower and come in costume and it will be a big hit. Right?
Not really. Unfortunatley, I failed to consider that I live in Switzerland and not everyone has seen the movie. In fact, of the 800 kids present, I think about 5 knew who I was and that the door was decorated as a tower. Most just thought I was a creepy lady with a bad wig who didn't understand the whole "Halloween" thing as my door was the only one not covered in orange fabric, spiderwebs and bats. Then to add insult to injury, Kami had her face painted as a red butterfly that day at school and it would not come completely off. So Rapunzel looked like she was having an allergic reaction all night. Needless to say, the reality of the evening didn't exactly match my expectations, nor anyone elses for that matter.
On a positive note, Kathryn looked adorable in her fifties costume and Josh loved running around as a ninja. Jackson just pretended not to know me all night. I can't say I blame him.
So I have, with great hesitation, attached pictures. And yes, I'm aware of how bad I look.
