Happy Halloween

We've had 3 groups of trick or treaters this year.  The first two were just two kids and the last group was 3 or 4 kids.  That's crazy!  When I was younger I would've been out starting around 1 and then came home for dinner around 5 or 6 (and to regroup and empty out my pillow case) then I'd go out again later until like 8ish or sometimes 9ish.

 My mom is short so she used to just put on a mask and pretend she was a kid too.  I just had to do all the talking.  It was great because she got candy and didn't steal mine plus I could go out later because she obviously knew I was safe since she was with me. There were even times where my dad would also put on a costume so my mom, dad, sister, and me would all go out.. and I'm talking even when I was like 14 or 15.  As long as you have a costume on, you're not too old!

But, sadly, we've had practically no one come this year.  It's so weird.  I'm glad I didn't buy any candy.  I actually went through our pantry and found sour patch kids, swedish fish, and fruit roll ups.  The fruit roll-ups are a huge hit with the few kids that did come and at least I didn't have to spend any more money. 

My husband and I took the dog on a walk through the neighborhood and we only saw 2 kids!  I heard another 3 or 4 but didn't see them.  At least we got some exercise.  Although I will admit that I did keep my eye out for anyone that had bowls outside so I could snag a peanut butter cup but didn't have any luck.  Oh well.