When I was a kid our parents just turned us loose in costumes without adult supervision from the age of 7 or 8. That allowed a great combo of trick-or-treating fun with other kids and the thrill of getting scared without Mom or Dad right there to reassure us. I feel sad that modern parents are so protective their kids never really get that scary rush of adrenaline from Halloween.
I don't think I ever went trick-or-treating by myself. But then, my dad was the best trick-or-treating companion I could ask for. Trick-or-treating highlights included conversations about what monsters could be lurking around and the best ways to subdue them or strike an alliance with them.
Jilli, I love your dad.
Someday you'll get to meet my folks, I promise. I'll figure out a way to bring them to a F2F or something.
Dad also helped me with my witch or vampire costume every year, including helping with makeup and making witch hats. Oh, and having me practice my witchy cackling.
Fred Pete, thanks for posting the Teddy update -- and I love the new kid's name!
A picture of a pelican trying to eat a cat
Maybe they are old school chums and the pelican is just giving him a "Halloothere!" hug.
I just gave in and ordered the seltzer/soda maker. Given my heroin-like addiction to fizzy, unsweetened water, and the sheer number of plastic 2-liters I buy of it per week, it's a worthwhile purchase, and environmentally friendly.
AND fun!
The all-important question: Can you use it to shoot seltzer down a clown's pants?
Can you use it to shoot seltzer down a clown's pants?
I'll report my results as soon as possible.
Ooh, let me know how the seltzer is when you get it!
Ooh, let me know how the seltzer is when you get it!
Since you can control how fizzy it is, I'm thinking that as long as the source water isn't befouled, it should be keen.
I couldn't justify buying the Penguin, and given how much seltzer I drink anyway, the option that comes with 4 one-liter bottles is the best idea anyway, and they last for ~3 years.
