As a child we would dress up each year and trick-or-treat throughout the neighborhood. I remember going to my grandparent's house and comparing quantity of candy with my cousins to see who had the most. Halloween is when I learned to barter. We would try to get rid of the candy we didn't like in exchange for what we did. I didn't really like candy all that much but that didn't stop me from trying to get as much as possible without "spending" much candy. I always ended up with way more then I could ever eat and it would sit for ages until I had to throw it away. I mostly liked the bubble gum.
As a teenager I was active in my church and we had an annual Hallelujah Party! The church members would dress up and spend a few hours at the church bobbing for apples, face painting, eating and many other fun activities. This was a wonderful alternative for me from trick-or-treating. I don't much like knocking on a strangers door or walking around outside at night in the cold. Fellowshipping in a warm church with my friends remains a wonderful memory to me.
As an adult I haven't really participated in anything annually. I have been trick-or-treating with my nieces and nephews a couple times but it is difficult since they live an hour south. I don't really like handing out candy at my house. This year I decided to make some yummy treats for some workmates and some friends. It is always fun for me to bake and give treats to others.
Please be safe and enjoy your day!
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