This is the first Halloween I have been without my kids in
eighteen years. My husband took out our little men, and I was home passing out
candy (watching Halloween & Halloween II). Tonight I realize that our
children have few years left to actually go out and panhandle for candy. Our
eight year old said that he'll stop "trick or treating" when he is
thirteen. As a parent I know the reality of him being possibly dragged along to
"accompany" his younger brother.
Halloween has always been my favorite holiday! And when I
was in high school our colors were black and orange. I adored the ability to
delve into the deepest recesses of psychopathy. Or the ability to play with
various hairstyles and colors without being made fun of. All things that have
become the "norm" in our current society. But when I was younger it
was taboo and a thrill to see others' reactions. My generation actually thought
we were cutting edge.
Although my youngest son takes after me in more ways than
he'll ever admit. I too loved fake skin and scars, oozing blood, and to live as
most fear. As an adult I still love a good horror novel or fact based
psychopath story. There is something to be experienced when well written words
make an adult afraid to step on the floor out of fear of what "might"
be under the bed. I still adore Stephen
King with his twisted thoughts. And what I am taking to heart on a piece I
am currently working on.
I look forward to next year... as my children continue to
grow. They've matured since the years of super heroes and endearing cartoon
characters (at least my six year old has). Before I know it they'll be all
grown up and eventually doing the same with their children. Where as parents we
try to hang on to their fleeting adolescence and innocence. I am grateful for
the video and pictures to reflect on in the years to come! And I hope with all
my heart to be snuggling grandchildren while sharing their parents' lives with
them.
http://www.history.com/topics/halloween
http://www.loc.gov/folklife/halloween.html
http://www.biography.com/people/groups/boo-ography
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