I was lucky to have a mom who sewed. She made our Halloween costumes almost every year. One year I was Garfield. As in the cat. Yes, the big, lazy, orange one. So was my sister. I need to find a photo of that.

And then, when I became a junior high schooler, I wasn’t that into dressing up in costumes. Because something told me I was too cool for school to dress up in a silly costume. Lame, I know.  When all the other kids showed up in costume, I felt compelled to participate. However, my costume usually ended up being a half-hearted attempt to look like I was wearing a costume. Without trying. Lame, I know.

The activity that most puts me in the spirit of Halloween fun is carving pumpkins. Last weekend, I carved this pumpkin, please excuse the graininess of my iPhone shot:

Sadly, since I kept the jack-o-lantern inside due to the torrential rain we’ve been having, it started to mold pretty quickly. I’m glad I got this shot before it got all mushy.

And let’s talk about scary movies. They aren’t my thing. I remember watching Scream with a blanket over my head. Like I start covering my eyes if there’s even a hint of ominous music. This week I watched Trick r’ Treat with Cent, because he asked. I told him he had to protect me from the scary parts. After the movie, I thought I’d have to sleep with one eye open. For the rest of the week too. Luckily, no nightmares have invaded.

Check out the candy we found at Ikea a few weeks ago. I think, or at least I hope, this was just lost in translation. Because, seeing “Jelly Rats” is a serious marketing fail. Otherwise, this would make for interesting Halloween candy decorations. Like on a cupcake or something.

Have a Happy and Safe Halloween!

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