When we document our lives, we usually focus on the people we were with or the event itself. But the weather is often part of the memory too, even if we do not realize it at the time.

Think about how often you remember a day by how it felt outside. The rain that kept everyone indoors. The stifling heat, or he snow that changed your plans. Weather has a way of shaping the mood of a day, and that mood becomes part of the story.

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: