Four years ago, Patti Schmidt realized that her youngest child, 5-year-old Avery, would never have the joy of Halloween trick or treating with same-age siblings, so the photographer created a new family tradition.
Each year since, themes have includedStar Wars,Game of Thrones andPrincess Bride.
This year’s spooky season costume, however, remains under wraps now.
Avery Schmidt, as Dorothy, and her three brothers.@pattischmidt
“They laugh a lot during the shoots,” Patti, 50, tells PEOPLE in this week’s issue.
The proud mom’svideoof the moments on her TikTok account (@pattiaveryschmidt) has more than 21 million views, giving her kids a taste of internet fame — but the guys' main motivation is bringing a smile to their sister’s face.
“The boys are good sports,” she says. “They adore Avery.”
The Schmidt family in Princess Bride costumes in 2020.@pattischmidt
Patti — who alsoshared the videoand additional photos on Instagram (@pattischmidt), where she has over 194,000 followers — thinks up each year’s costume themes.
Making the process even more exciting, she surprises all the siblings with her creative direction.
“It’s fun,” says Patrick, a professional surfer, “and Avery has a blast.”
The Schmidt family embracing aStar Warstheme in 2018.@pattischmidt
With Halloween just days away, fans will soon be able to see what the family has planned for 2021.
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source: people.com
