Izzy's ballet recital . . .

Following up on the Roman theme, this was our Roman dinner outside. I think Ange's favorite part was eating with his fingers. Everyone was ok with breaking character to roast marshmallows for dessert.

Halloween with Nonna--
Here is the costume designer with her amazing creations. She made all of Izzy's "ballet cat" costume and the helmet for Angelo's Roman general (which involved leather, glue, plume . . . ). She even made the trick-or-treat bags. Thanks, Nonna!

Ready for the Halloween parade at school.

The long-awaited evening finally arrives.

Staying in character

Rome was built in an afternoon last Sunday.

Second-to-last great day at our new favorite beach, Crystal Cove.