Grossest Halloween Treats
October 13, 2009 by Jennifer Walker-Journey
Filed under Parenting
So, let’s say you live in one of those keeping-up-with-the-Joneses type of neighborhoods, and you do scarcely more than put out a pumpkin Halloween night and pass out Kit-Kats. Here’s one way to redeem yourself – hand out the coolest Halloween candy on the block. Here are some most creepy suggestions:
Gummy Candy Boogers. Picked out especially for your Trick-or-Treaters. You’ll surely want to test-taste all three of the flavors – Snottermelon, Sour Green Boogy and Lemon Loogy.
Gummy Body Parts. Choose from ear, finger, eyeball and other freaky body part shapes colored red at the sever line for even more effect. Splurge, …read more
Halloween Candy Alternatives
October 7, 2009 by Christine Gooding
Filed under Home & Living
Instead of giving out candy this Halloween, why not explore alternatives? It’s not what tradition calls for, but it could be a healthier option for your kids. Give their sweet tooth a rest, but still maintain the fun quotient with these candy alternatives.
Temporary Tattoos
Small novelty toys (ex. rubber spiders, bouncing balls, etc.)
Stickers
Halloween-inspired toys (ex. plastic vampire teeth, slime, etc.)
Crayons and small coloring books
Glow sticks
Bubbles
Masks
Pretzels
Sugar-free Candy
Popcorn Balls
Kiddie Toothbrush and Toothpaste — for them to use after eating the candy they get from other homes!
No candy?! No succulently sweet, glue-my-teeth-together candy? It may not make you the most popular home on the …read more
Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips
October 7, 2009 by Christine Gooding
Filed under Parenting
Trick or treat! Halloween’s just around the corner. Are you scrambling for costumes yet? Have you started decorating your yard? It’s fun preparing for an evening of Trick-or-Treating, but make sure your kids are plenty safe too!
Here are some tips on how to have a safe Trick-or-Treating time:
1. Check your kids’ candy before they consume any. Are they all safe to eat? Is there a brand of candy that has been recalled? Better to be on the safe side.
2. Pack a flashlight. Dark skies can make Halloween nights more interesting, but a skinned knee after tripping over a rock …read more
Rules for a Safe Halloween
Many kids, dads, and moms will take to the streets this evening in search of treats. I wish you all safety as there can be some tricks rather than treats out there. And remember we can all learn from our kids. Family Phil’s kid gives us some Halloween safety tips. Visit his blog for the adult translation.




