Posted on 10/06/2006 3:00:36 PM PDT by howtosayitright
Tips for a better Halloween
For many, this part of the year is a time of the year is a time for ghosts, candy and parties. For some, however, it is a time for the devil and unexpected danger. I know a few people who missed out on a great deal of Halloween fun for this very reason. But it doesn’t have to be that way; there are plenty of ways to make this day special for all. You have the right to celebrate in any way you want, but these tips can make the day enjoyable and safe for all, from the young to the old.
1. Always make sure trick-or-treators are accompanied by a reasonable adult at all times. This one is a given with all the sicko’s and perverts out there. Remember, don’t just take candy bags with you; take precautions as well (you can never be too vigilant).
2. The right costumes to bring. The must popular costumes by far are witches and demons. For many conservative families such outfits can be taboo, but there are alternatives suitable for the discerning parent. For girls, an angel a common choice for a costume but nun can also work or she can wrap a doll in a blanket and go as Mary (it can be like too holidays at once, children will flip for that idea). And for boys, a shepherd can be perfect; a little marine is also a great choice (they can yell “support our troops” instead of “trick or treat” for fun variation on the old formula).
3. Parties are also fun. For the teens that are too old for treating, a party (supervised of course) can be just the thing for them. They can invite some friends over for some fun party games and a sing-along. Local churches often host haunted houses, so it’s always worth checking out.
4. Passing out candy. There is no rule that says you only have to pass out candy on Halloween. Chick Tracks (fond here at http://www.chick.com/catalog/tractlist.asp ) are always a hit with the children; what 6-10 year old wouldn’t want a comic in their bag. Some good choices are “The Devil’s Night”, “Happy Halloween” and “The Nervous Witch” because they are great for children and are themed perfectly for this time of year. One thing I like to do is pass out small bibles and verses to all who come to my door. A good technique for getting them to the trick-or-treaters is to bundle them with some candy in a small bag and have the treats ready on a tray next for the door. And don’t just stop there, go out and hand out tracks and verses to passing families all around the neighborhood. Every one will love them and who knows, you just save a couple of people at the same time.
That’s all the tips for now. Go out fun and hopefully safer Halloween.
Reading this tread makes me crave taffy apples.
Get a load of this! I want the "classic peanut".
http://www.amyscandykitchen.com/page.cfm/164?gclid=COzHqafJ5YcCFUmiOAodFTz8ew
Great.. now I want some pecan delights/pecan turtles/pecan caramel patties.
*grrr*
Curses on the one who got me hooked on them.
Being a guy, I'm not supposed to be hooked on chocolate.
The universe is whacked, and I am the nexus of said whacked-ness.
It's unfair.
You're pushing Jack Chick? Here?
The FreeRepublic Chocoholics Semi-Anonymous Semi-Sweetened Recovery group?
Already did.
*contented sigh*
Jump from a tree after the kiddees have their loot.
They drop it and run. You get all the goods.
Ahhhrrg! Matey, a great time for all!
We're showing our piratical side.
Though I'm still not certain how to fit a chainsaw into all of this.
Jumping from a tree with a running chainsaw is just plain dangerous!
Start it after you land.
Basement doors.
That will work.
The bad ideas are just flowing right now.
LOL!
Back before the idiot city council put the Salvation Army and all the mugging transients a block from Sixth Street in Austin, there used to be some great Halloween parties there. One year a guy took the chain off of a chain saw and was firing it up in the crowd. The cops took it away from him because people kept panicking and running out in the street almost getting hit by cars. They gave him a receipt and told him he could pick it up at the police station a couple of blocks away the next day.
That is a smart prankster.
Chick Tracks? You have to be freaking looney! Troll!
IBTZ
Ha! Here's one for us: "Here Kitty Kitty"
http://www.chick.com/reading/tracts/1032/1032_01.asp?wpc=1032_01.asp&wpp=a
Nice, huh? I sure hope one of my kids gets one someday so they can worry for days about our pets being sacrificed..../sarc
That one struck me as being more appropriate for my "Not-A-Ping-List" ping list.
Obviously I hadn't read "Here Kitty Kitty" when I linked you to "Dark Dungeons." I had thought that NOTHING could be more stupid than "Dark Dungeons." I was wrong.
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