HALLOWEEN DECORATE WITH ME // better late than never 👻

[@MossStoneStoryVintage]

As someone who lost both my parents. I lost my father when he was 52 right before Thanksgiving, and in 2019, my mom passed away on Christmas Eve. With four kids, I know how challenging it is to do much of anything after these profound losses. I had to really sit with myself, and ask myself what my parents would have wanted. The last thing they would have wanted was for anything to stop, especially because they always wanted their grandchildren to experience joy! Yes, it will feel like you are going through the motions. So sit your kids down and ask them to help you come up with a new tradition, one that will honor your mother, their grandmother. My mom loved birds, so we put up a new tree in our foyer that is all birds. That tree is reminder of her and a way to show how much she meant, and it’s the first thing we see when we come through the door. It’s going to be difficult, but I promise, that new tradition will be carried on by your children someday because it will mean so much to them and be part of their healing. Sending you hugs! And I’m proud of you for putting up those Halloween decorations. I’m sure it was the last thing you wanted to do. XO

[@angelacox-martin2789]

So sorry for your losses, I am 39 and have now lost both of my lovely parents too. We move on making new traditions and celebrating the every day, stronger than ever because we know we have to xx

[@marypucci6814]

❤❤

[@camiwilson7171]

I am so sorry for the loss of your parents. You have really started a wonderful tradition of honoring them and their wishes! I too have lost both of my parents, and it is profound. Establishing new traditions and honoring past ones really helps.

[@cheriejones854]

Lovely idea

[@kenyardiafrasier7468]

I sympathize with you Lauren😢!! I just recently lost my Dad two months ago back in August of this year and 2 weeks later lost a cousin!!! It blew my mind suddenly my Dad passed away just suddenly on his job!! He was my last living parent!!! I really feel like an adult orphan. I lost my Mother at 25 and it gets a little easier to accept day by day, but you never let go of that pain!! I’m devastated myself and trying to push on because these time of the year is devastating for me also. I’m so proud of you for continuing to push through the grief and continue doing things you love; decorating. You have a beautiful family that loves and adores you and that makes life a little easier.💙💙💙🙏

[@karenmartin7529]

I'm so very sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers and comfort to you. ❤

[@mildredwest2541]

Hello Lauren, first off I'm so sorry for loss of your mother. The grief alone would have weaken others. Your strength to continue for your family, children, while dealing with that plus all the craziness from the water damage. Oh my goodness!!! I would understood if you notified us taking "time out" until further notice. But you, pulled out decor to Halloween decor for the kiddos, garden clean up, cooking video etc. Bless you Lauren!! 🙏 and much ❤.... from loyal fan from Missouri

[@katiemansfield973]

My aunt died at the end of August. She loved decorating for Easter, fall and Christmas. Her pantry was as a little bit of food and a lot of decor. My cousin has given herself permission to skip decorating for Christmas if she doesn’t feel like it. I’m sure she will end up decorating but just giving herself permission lifted a bit of a burden. Just thought I’d share in case it is helpful with regard to Thanksgiving. Grieving at the holidays is the worst. My brother died in November. I cried the entire holiday season. I hope you are holding on during this season of grief, Lauren. And thanks for the sneak peak of the new floors. Hugs to you.

[@marlenewaraksa8756]

Lauren I’ve lost both my parents I suggest you be with family and friends chat about the good times laugh and cry it soothes the soul

[@cindylaffoon607]

You never get over loosing your mother honey. I lost mine 16 years ago and I still miss her still as much now as then!

[@marypucci6814]

So very sorry for your loss. 🕊️🕊️

[@michellemaddox9038]

Prayers for your family during this season. My husband and I lost our moms and 1 father the past 2 years. I understand your uncertainty about the holidays. They are about memories, aren't they? ❤

[@maureenhauerwas9641]

There sure is no right way to grieve! Some days you make it through and others, you just want to curl up in a ball. So, feel ALL the feels and cry all the tears. I will help in the healing process. And talk and laugh about your mom with friends and family often. It will make you feel her presence. Hugs from Wisconsin🌸

[@amandabeukes2096]

So sorry for the loss of your mother. ❤

[@brigittegreenwood2970]

Omgosh you write just like mom😢, you are a trooper, God Bless you❤

[@jenniferpittsley5588]

I chuckled at the hat 11:53 moving across the porch. I’m sure it was the wind but it added to the spooky vibe 😂

[@cmk9909]

I am so sorry for your loss. Your love for home making and your family is so inspiring. You are a testament to how wonderful of a woman your mother must have been. Prayers for comfort 🙏

[@1966HeidiHO]

When my mom died last Oct I literally turned my entire home into a Christmas Wonderland. It was very therapeutic and helped me work through so much. I plan to do the same this year. Looking forward to seeing what you do this year. And know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

[@juliedenver3738]

When we lost a loved one, we all went to a hotel and their thanksgiving brunch. There was 35 of us. And we went shopping after for a couple of days. Shed some tears. Made different memories. The next year we were in a better state to go back to traditional holidays. Give yourself a break this year. It’s ok.

[@denisemartinez2304]

So sorry for your loss...🙏🏽

[@amyjohnson6056]

I have waited awhile before commenting I have been watching u for about 2 years. But I am only 41 and on November 28 of 2022 I my was only 60 and she passed without warning. I completely understand how it feels it’s been extremely traumatic to make matters worse I am disabled from a car wreck and also suffering from diabetes and autoimmune liver disease. All my love and prayers ❤😊

[@hi8107]

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. God bless you and your family during these difficult times.

[@carolesmith6620]

So sorry for your loss of your mum, remember she will be with you and in your heart always, I loss my mum when she was young (52), can't wait for your Christmas decoration God bless you and your family take care 🤗🙏

[@kimdulin2050]

Lauren please don’t be so hard on yourself… All your decorations look amazing! You did a awesome job and I really enjoyed watching! ❤

[@jackyhendrikx8838]

I am so sorry of your loss ❤

[@tracyllewellyn5258]

I am so sorry for your loss. Keep on doing what brings you peace and comfort.

[@jackyhendrikx8838]

Happy Halloween 👻

[@SaskiaBerlin]

I am so sorry for your loss! I send you a big hug and much love for you and your family!

[@kimberlyb4469]

So sorry for your loss. It hurts my❤️you sound so sad. We are all here for you!!!! Just an fyi...target will adjust your receipt with the sale price. I believe within 7-14 days. Not sure the time frame but for sure will give the sale price adjustment within the week.

[@angelacox-martin2789]

Good to see you back Lauren, sending lots of love, I unfortunately know how you are feeling x

[@paulamcquade488]

I am so sorry for your loss! ❤️. I lost both parents, my sister and my brothers. Three of them went right in a row. I am proud of you for keeping on for your kids, hard as it might be.

[@marlaminnick4509]

Missed ya sweet friend and glad your back. Each day the pain gets less. Jesus is with you always Love nursemarla 😊💕😊

[@clarabooth5582]

Lauren, You are an amazing woman!!! With everything you have been going through this month alone is daunting for anyone and you found the strength to pull yourself together and decorate for your kids AND the neighborhood!! You are one tough lady!!

[@PamMerriman-l4y]

I started fall decorating end of august then in October I just add some Halloween throughout the house then take out Halloween end of October. That way I don’t need to redecorate for thanksgiving. I just add my Indians and pilgrims and my turkey

[@tadeuszoltarzewski]

Missed you too Lauren but totally understand and send my love ❤and condolences🙏 to you and your family. 💜. You did an amazing job of decorating your front porch 🚪👍😁👏Sending love as usual from Rosie O from Devon England 🤗🇬🇧

[@joyhicks8613]

Oh Lauren please no apologies! You do you❤ You have a lot going on and self care is important right now. People don’t understand you need to just be in the moment and be quiet. I pray for your family and your peace during this time🙏❤️

[@virginavaldes2246]

❤😂😅😊 hello I hope you're doing fine I know it's hard I just lost my mother too but they always taught us to be strong continue to be strong for your babies for keep busy so you don't have to be thinking about things God bless you in your family from Virginia Valdez Chicago Illinois thanks

[@booksandbooks82]

After I lost my mom, the first year was just a blur. Things hit me at weird times, and never when I thought it would. It still feels like this sometimes! Prayers for you as you walk through this! I love that you made your mom's recipe. Looks yummy!

[@fletchfflctch]

HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃🎃 I'm sorry about your mom, I lost mine a few years back in December right before her birthday in the middle of all the holidays. I start with fall in September, October 1st I do Halloween, then November 1st I start with a Thanksgiving decor, similar to fall but less orange more deep red and olive green. Thanksgiving day we just have my father n law over and I always host, do family style, I do all the cooking but leave the baking of pies to me daughter. Th er n the day after Thanksgiving I start with Christmas. We do a live tree so a tree is done about 2 weeks s prior to Christmas. I again host Christmas eve and Christmas day. I also host new years Eve every other year. Lots of hosting, lots of cooking decorations and lots of tired nights 😂 then in January I switch to a warm and cozy decor. Honestly I do decor change just about every month 😂 so much fun.

[@rachellemoorman760]

You did a fantastic job with Halloween! Giving yourself grace & mercy isn’t always easy but it is necessary. Thank you for all you give to us🥰

[@patriotremnant857]

I don’t decorate for Halloween but do a lot for Fall and Thanksgiving….getting prepared for Christmas 😊

[@pansyross8862]

Prayers for you and your loved ones for peace and comfort during the holidays.

[@dwaynesteele7506]

I'm so sorry for loss and you and family an my prayer's and i enjoying our watch your video's and i wanted thank you so much for all idea's that you give me for decorate. i watch video's because they are fun too watch and it makes my day as well too. i known feeling losing a love one because it's going to be a year next mouth since my grandma pass and i'm saying strong everyday and take one day at time.

[@unknownangel64]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. May your memories ease your heart until you are united again. I just decorate for fall and then go into Christmas. This year I will be making it big for my mom as she has dementia and I want it to be really big. Even getting her a dog in a couple of weeks. Your amazing

[@marysweet765]

I host Thanksgiving a my house & do all the cooking. I love cooking thanksgiving dinner & Christmas dinner too.

[@danielleS257]

I just can’t believe that with everything going on you still decorated. You are a trooper!!!

[@serenityhackett7775]

I’m sorry to hear about your mom. With everything else you have going on I can only imagine how hard this is for you. I say take a year off of thanksgiving. Go somewhere where you can focus on your husband and kids and y’all’s healing together. That doesn’t mean you don’t do thanksgiving anymore. It just means taking a year off. That’s what my family is doing. We usually host but this year has been rough so we’re taking a family vacation to Arkansas for the holiday. We plan to host it next year as normal though.

[@jenniferturner7623]

I am so terribly sorry about the loss of your mother. Truly, I know how difficult it is. May you have a gentle, peaceful healing. I am also decorating for Christmas already!!! Our world is sufferings now, and I think I am craving more than ever the beautiful feelings and emotions and sentiments that come with Christmas: forgiveness, kindness, generosity and openness of heart. I crave this more now than ever!!!! You do so much for your family!!!!!!

[@TwentyEightDegrees]

Lauren, your mother sounds like she was a lovely person. She had such pretty handwriting in the cookbook you shared with us! I would love to see photos of her. Maybe next year, you can include a little altar as part of your Halloween decor to remember her.

[@CarmenPerez-pm9dd]

Mrs Lauren you are the most gifted talented caring loving woman iv ever known. You are so strong and always always put your children husband your pets and family first. Gif has given u so many gifts and you are the most amazing woman wife mother daughter ever. I’m so so sorry for your loss especially during times of the holidays coming up… it’s hard doing what u do and always putting your family children and us viewers first to make us smile… I call u “ Wonder Woman “ you do it all and always with a positive and upbeat attitude to please others in your life. Il be praying for your mom your family children & for YOU do hod may give you the strength and peace in your heart that you desperately need to heal. I admire you I appreciate you i honor you and know you are loved… your fan Carmen Smith from Disney Orlando Blessings and keep the Faith 🙏❤️

[@deborahbrunetti8500]

The front porch and house looks wonderful , you are such a great mom , you did a lot moor than I could do , give yourself a break . there is no time limit on grieving .

[@grizelsalas1894]

My condolences to you n your family I hope you are doing well we miss you too

[@Witchygirl22]

Girl I ALWAYS look to you for decor ideas. So I am especially excited for Christmas. I always decorate for fall in September and then October 1st I take some fall down and put up Halloween.. then USUALLY I dismantle Halloween on November 1st and put all the fall back together until the day after Thanksgiving.. it's tradition in my family to do Christmas the day after Thanksgiving.. we always black Friday shop, come home.. eat leftovers and take a nap then spend all evening decorating for Christmas lol. Well I started/opened a business last year and I'm just so insanely busy.. Halloween is STILL up here at my house. 😂 I hope this weekend I can get it all down. I'm so glad to see you again! Decorating makes me feel whole and happy too.

[@moirafisher5106]

Your “worst” decorating is better than my best! 😊 Bless you and your family.

[@rosiesmith4128]

I love it. It looks great I even went out to buy one of those Martha Stewart black bat twigged trees with orange lights.

[@evonwilkins6665]

Lauren, Loosing the first love of your life is so 💔, thinking of you and your family and 🙏 ing for peace, understanding and sweet memories of your mom to hurriedly heal your 💕, 🫂s and 😘

[@tracymwong]

We go all out for Halloween and so does our neighborhood. We also transition into Day of the dead since it’s celebrate on my side of the family. Afterwards, back to fall to celebrate Thanksgiving. I don’t do Christmas until end of November. 👻🎃🍂

[@rachelhendrickson7555]

Your hair looks so amazing!❤❤ Thanks for sharing the sweet stories about your dear mom. I think I saw her beautiful urn sitting on your mantle. A beautiful portrait of her, yes?

[@nicolehunter4535]

Lauren, I love your channel! Your videos brighten my day. 😊 Just wanted to say sorry for your loss, and I hope you feel better in the days to come. From a KZbin friend. 🤗

[@maryjanemcaskile-zq8bh]

I’ve missed you, sweetie. That “ride or die” sign is my fav! Can’t find it anywhere…

[@elizabethhill9998]

I pray each day gets Brighter for you.

[@theloveyourfacegal2773]

😱 scarey porch, recipe looks great I love chicken enchiladas I'll have to try it your way. I made up a recipe with butternut squash & lamb (seasonings celery salt, Clove, onion, garlic, & tomatoe dash of Tabasco, salt, pepper, ketchup about 2 tablespoons or less & 1 or 2 table spoons of brown sugar. It's great w/ homemade pitta bread. I love the pumpkins under your enterance table where are those from. I decorate for Thanksgiving mostly orange & gold leaves & turkeys 🦃. So are you from a big family & were you your mother's only daughter? I have heard you mention a brother on here but I'm a little new to your channel. My cousin told me everyone mourns differently. I went into a horrible depression & I should have got some help for it. Have a safe Holloween 🙏 yiu & your kids.

[@cindisartors117]

I am so sorry to hear that you lost your Mom, i didnt know!! I felt my lowest when I lost my Mom. As women, we are defined by our Moms, they are where so much of our personalities and views are formed. May the Lord fill you with a comforting peace. You are a real trooper to think of your kids and do your Halloween decorations. They turned out cute!! You have many large pieces that really make a statement!!

[@MrsBrian-sy9eb]

I learned from you to start with apple themed decorating... in late August..then to just remove the apples and replace with pumpkins in mid- September..that way I leave the base decorations up....then last week if September....full Halloween...our party is usually the third week of October...so when that is done...I decorate for Thanksgiving....I'll keep the kitchen decorated for Thanksgiving though that day...but the rest of the house and the outside go full Christmas the week before Thanksgiving....it sounds crazy...but has made it so much easier for me....thanks for all the inspo ❤

[@oceanforever]

Lauren so sorry to hear about your mom, sending lots of hugs and love, love the floors ❤❤❤

[@debihuntsman9314]

Give yourself some grace Lauren, and the time you need to grieve. I have lost both of my parents, and I know, everything will be harder to do for awhile, but you will learn to keep going. ❤Your decorations look amazing, as always. Big hugs to you. ❤❤

[@lindarodriguez4294]

It's perfect ❤️

[@marymacdonell4573]

You did a great job. Don’t be so hard on yourself. When I lost my father it was November. I threw myself into Christmas and it helped. It’s a magical time of year. My sister and I laugh about it now how we went so over the top that year. We bought so many presents. The main thing is we got through it and having close family that remember her will help. I’m not sure if going away on a holiday is the answer…you will still miss her and the holiday.? The first year is the worst… you have to go through all the holiday firsts unfortunately….but you will do it. See those beautiful children so happy and excited for the season will help. I promise ❤️😘🇨🇦

[@MelZel7]

Aww, we missed ya too ❤ That witch hat blowing in the wind across the porch was great haha! I love halloween. Everything looks amazing 🎃🖤🕷🖤🎃

[@homemadeontheridge]

Thank you for sharing, as always! So sorry to hear about your mom. This has been a really hard season of life for us too. We lost my MIL, my parents (dad/step mom) divorced after 30 years of marriage, and I had surgery… all happened this Fall within a month or so of each other. Carrying on with beloved traditions is absolutely therapeutic and good for the soul-I’ve been doing all I can for the same reasons. ❤

[@debbiemccann3711]

My Mom always had my brother and I in the kitchen.Now that she is gone my brother and I have her cookbooks but what I love is her handwriting is in many of them and I love that.One of them that I have was a shower gift she recieved at her bridal shower 66 years ago.Been keeping you in my thoughts.❤

[@tashacastillo1655]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for all your creativity you have and sharing with us all. I do decorate for Halloween and definitely go all out. I do for all holidays and that’s why I love watching your videos for inspiration. Your amazing ❤

[@camiwilson7171]

I love that you shared one of your mom's recipes with us Lauren. Talking about and sharing memories about our loved ones is such a wonderful way to honor them and keep them close. Reading all of the comments makes me realize that we are not as alone as we think we are in our grief. You are a wonderful mom, and you have a way of making the little things very special for your children. I would imagine your mom was very proud of you! Continued prayers for sweet Chewy! Love the new flooring!!!!! Wish we could all give you a collective hug.

[@lindametten4010]

Lauren I’ve missed you so much.

[@Autumngirl24]

Absolutely adorably spooky decorate with me. I love it!! Happy Halloween!

[@dlacey6052]

My condolences hon … keep your chin up… sending prayers!

[@jahnastokes4236]

This year was my kids first time going tick or treating. They loved it even though they all got a bit scared when the skeletons moved at a few of the houses. I love your skeletons in your hedges.

[@movinngroovin2104]

I did so good this year I waited for the day of decorating for the little ones that will be coming to the door. I just have fun with Halloween every kid should experience like most of us had as a child.

[@ΑΡΙΑΔΝΗΚΟΚΚΙΝΟΘΑΝΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ]

Happy Halloween 🎃👻👻🎃 day the decorate is cute and scary the ideal.We are looking forward the Christmas decoration it's good to think of your mom you are an extension of her and your strength 💞 to have a nice day.👻👻🎃🎃🎃🧡💛✨✨💯💯

[@owenwitherell9969]

When my Father passed away a few weeks before halloween years ago I decided to full-on decorate the house and yard. My Dad loved Halloween and Loved to come see our home decorated for the seasons so it helped me feel close to him for some reason. Do whatever make you and your family happy.

[@Ann-e5x]

You are a light in this world, Lauren. I am inspired and amazed by you. Your family is blessed! Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

[@cherylbrake1643]

It's okay to take this year off to decompress. Next year come back full force. Take care of yourself and beautiful family! ❤

[@laurenfortunato123]

As you know I also lost my mother this year unexpectedly and one thing I keep telling myself is just do the minimum! Like you holidays are so big to me but I am also realizing they’re a huge trigger because they’re also so special to my mom. Thinking of you xxoo

[@Caitlinabcdefg]

You are such an inspiration. Wonderful mother, strong woman, hard working wife, community mindful, family oriented, and healthy. Much respect. The most fulfilling job you can have is being a wonderful mom and wife. And you do it well despite any obstacle. Good bless you and your family. 🙏🏻

[@angelcorbin72]

I always decorate for Halloween! This year we turned our home into a witches house. Every room!

[@barbtrenter4971]

You are right, grief looks different for everyone so, if going all out for Christmas makes you happy, go for it and don’t care what anyone thinks. One thing my family did through our losses was remember everyone goes through it differently and that’s ok.

[@mshockey73]

Lauren, I've been subscribed to you for quite a long time now and this is the most meaningful decorate with me that you've ever done. Considering your life circumstances right now seeing you put together this incredible outdoor Halloween display was inspiring to say the least. Love you girl!

[@sarahjoys7438]

Lauren your decor is beautiful and you are an inspiration to all of us. It is okay to take a break when you need, I cannot imagine.

[@carlyvandenbroek4003]

Thank you so much for sharing your Halloween decor. Its been a difficult season for you this year. Give yourself grace and do what you can for yourself and your family while you are grieving and healing.

[@karencamburn6773]

I tried bone broth just something about it is yucky, nice decorating !!!❤

[@reginafetty6374]

Happy Halloween! I think you did a nice job with all that has been on your plate this month. I am sorry you lost your Mom. It is really tough, especially coming up on the holidays. I usually decorate for Halloween. We go on a camping trip the weekend before and make a haunt there and then come home and decorate the house. I only decorated a little on the inside this year. With so much wind and rain we have had, I just didn't have it in me to do it this year. I give each holiday their time. Halloween, Thanksgiving, and then Christmas. No Christmas goes up until after Thanksgiving. I do enjoy watching the influencers decorating for us. I enjoyed your Christmas decorating video through the years. I loved your old house.

[@laurenamaya9681]

💕💕sending you much love and healing prayers. Thank you for sharing your mothers recipes with us. It looks delicious 🙏🥰

[@bonnieoverman8130]

I am so sorry for the loss of your mom!! Sending love and condolences ❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@doanetriggs5563]

My heart breaks for the sadness that you are experiencing. How you were able to emotionally have enough reserve to decorate is such a tribute to your commitment to your family and your followers. Our must humble thanks and best wishes for a more joyful Thanksgiving and Christmas.

[@blissfullyinseason8917]

My beautiful friend This to shall pass its a season of life unfortunately your mom is still here next to you in spirit remember they are always with you .Have a beautiful rest of the year dig in and lean into your family like I know you will.

[@colleengilliam1444]

For someone that wasn't going to decorate much for Halloween, it turned out spectacular. I just went thru my Mom's fall decor and I am trying to get some holiday spirit. My Mom died in May, so I know exactly what you are going thru, but I going to follow your lead and pull out all the stops for Christmas, since that was my Mom's favorite holiday. Take care ❤️

[@MaryAnnLong-u9h]

Lauren, I’m so sorry, It is hard when we lose our moms and unexpectedly- makes it even harder! I hope you are finding lots of ways to help get you through. Like yourself, I also make meals, using my moms recipes, too. Other things help me as well… for Halloween, my mom always wore a witches hat and cape, as she passed out candy. I now put her hat on a standing broom. For Christmas, I put up a small tree, using special ornaments, with small photo frames, of her. I had a few of her blouses, made into pillow covers, just small ones, that I could add to my hm decor, during the holidays. Just wanted to share some ideas, that helped us! My heart goes out to you, Lauren, as your heart learns to navigate- in what comforts you! Prayers to you and your family, during one of life’s- most difficult heartbreaks! 🙏🏻👣🕊️

[@melissak6092]

It looks great!! I love the skeletons that lost their heads. 😂😂

[@doreer.8960]

It looks GREAT, Lauren.... Do't fret!!

[@BeSmarterToday]

So sorry about your mom. I lost my own mom last year at this time of year, so I can relate to the ups and downs. By the way, that meal looks delicious! Thank you for sharing it! I intend to try that tomorrow, so perfect for this cold spell!

[@lyngartin318]

I just love watching your channel. You have such great ideas, and I wish you'd be less hard on yourself. You just suffered a profound loss, one that left a mark. It takes time to heal. You absolutely honor your mom with every breath you take, so slow down, give yourself time, and be still sometimes so you can feel her around you.💜

[@ashleyp9970]

Sending you so many hugs and prayers love . I have been thinking of you and your sweet family. I start decorating for fall in August and Halloween mid September and will put Christmas up tonight!

[@suehogren6987]

Everything turned out great! Sometimes we are too critical and just need to step back and see things through your children’s eyes (and subscribers - LOL). I bet your children really liked the decor. Hang on to those sweet memories of your Mom. 🙏