Halloween is just around-the-corner
and soon, there will be tiny ghouls and ghosts wandering the streets in search
of tasty treats. Let's make them feel welcome.
Many parents have changed the day
that they take their youngsters trick-or-treating and/or they will begin while
it is still light outside out of concern for everyone's safety. For those who
continue to trick-or-treat after dark, a well-lit house sure is inviting. Turn
on your outside lights before the sun goes down so that you don't forget. If
you do not have landscape lights along your walkway, use this occasion as an
excuse to install some. It's relatively easy to do.
While adults find scary, and even
gruesome, Halloween decorations entertaining, young children are often
frightened by them and will want to avoid them at all costs. The same goes for
scary noises. Remember these things as you prepare your home and decide whether
your theme will be scary or friendly. Both types of decorations are widely
available in retail stores.
Buy the good candy (chocolate) and
plenty of it. Yes, it may set you back a few dollars, but this holiday only
comes once a year. The joy that you will give children is worth a little extra
money on your part. Have a large bowl ready beside the door overflowing with
the good stuff. If you have a dog, let them run around the back yard or watch TV
in a back room during trick-or-treating hours. A barking dog behind the front
door tends to make many people skittish.
Greet each trick-or-treater with a
warm smile and friendly words. Compliment them on their costume. Be generous
with your hand-out and they will remember you each year as "one of the
good houses." Most of all have fun. Happy Halloween!
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