Halloween

Halloween Candy for Grown-Ups!

Halloween Candy for Grown-Ups!
Just in case you were convinced that Halloween candy was solely for the enjoyment of the little ones or if you happen to be the parent of those kids who guard their “candy stash” with their lives, here is the perfect solution! Take a look at this terrific list and just say... Read more »

This Halloween Try “Booing!”

Halloween Happenings – Try “Booing!”

Can Halloween get any more fun for kids? The answer is a resounding YES, especially if your family decides to participate in the new Halloween trend, “Booing!” Have you heard about “Booing?” I was introduced to this fun new trend a few years ago, when my family found a treat filled bag... Read more »

Why We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween

Tip of the Week – Why We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween (and what to do if you don’t want to carve a pumpkin!)
Crafting plump, round pumpkins into Jack O’Lanterns is a Halloween staple in our corner of the world! And a tradition that I’ve always viewed with trepidation – and who wouldn’t feel the same... Read more »

How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds!

Tip of the Week – Roast Pumpkin Seeds!
As we prepare for the annual tradition of carving a Jack O’ Lantern, consider roasting those pesky pumpkin seeds! And when Busy Bee promises to do “the legwork” for you, this was a perfect example! I tested several tricky pumpkin seed recipes at home and ended up with... Read more »

Alternative Halloween Treats

Halloween Treats – Thinking Outside of the (Candy) Box!
Last year, my son’s teacher banned school treats that listed “sugar”as the first ingredient. This forced me to come up with some creative party ideas! Many children today also have allergies to various food ingredients such as peanuts. Here are some of my favorite ideas for alternative... Read more »

Halloween Night Buffet

Halloween Night Buffet!
Every October 31st brings the usual assortment of “trick or treaters” to our home, but in addition to the little ghosts and goblins, my house is also the traditional site of a Halloween buffet dinner for friends and family! Despite the crazy chaos of Halloween night and trying to get the kids out... Read more »

A “Booing” Poem

Boo!

This Halloween there’s something new,
A sweet surprise that’s called a “Boo!”
Secret friends have left it here,
To bring your family some ghostly cheer!
You’ve been boo’ed and it’s your turn to share,
With friends or neighbors, anyone you dare!
Put together two goody bags, spooky and fun
Leave them at the doors and just run!
Enclose this poem and one thing... Read more »

Clever Halloween Costumes for Kids!

Let’s Talk About Halloween!
You are probably already shaking your head as you read this title, but trust me, you will thank me later if you follow my advice on this one!
Vacation is a Great Time to Start Planning
My three children and I have a very unusual vacation tradition – while we spend... Read more »