As the end of the month gets closer (just a week left!), I always like to take a quick pause and do a little prep for my roundup. Nothing fancy. Just a few small steps that make the actual documenting feel easier and more enjoyable when the time comes.

If you have ever sat down to do a roundup and felt like your mind went blank, this post is for you. A little bit of noticing now can save you a lot of frustration later.

I must be on a list-making kick lately because I’m really enjoying these “Five Fun” style posts. Since Halloween is tomorrow, I want to be intentional about how I capture the day. We love Halloween around here and usually get a lot of trick-or-treaters. It’s always fun to see the variety of costumes—I'm guessing we’ll spot quite a few K-pop Demon Hunters this year. I can’t wait to see what else shows up at our door!

Whether you’re headed to a party, walking the neighborhood with kids, or keeping the lights off and enjoying a quiet evening, it’s still worth documenting a few memories. Here are some quick and easy ways to capture the spirit of Halloween: