Kids and Critters

at Halloween

We always love to see the kids dressed in their costumes on Halloween. Gone is the day when every kid makes his/her costume from modified clothing found around the house. Halloween specialty stores pop up in malls and supply kids with light sabers and goulish masks.



For the little ones, there is a plethora of possibilities. I love the octopus pictured above.



Now the little devil below seems as if he is finding joy in locating a place in which to stick his trident!




On Sammy's first Halloween he was dressed as a lion - much like the photo below.




Lions seem to be a favorite of the animal selections..



Ok, there are amazing costumes for your canine pet. I have noticed that costumes for cats seem nonexistant - most probably because (1) a self respecting cat would never be seen as Wendy of the hamburger chain (see below) and (2) there would not be enough duct tape to attach the costume to the cat.

Dinosaurs are usually the rage for kids in the primary grades. How often do we see a stegosaurus doggie?

Here is my favorite of the dog costumes. Cheerleader she may be, but the expression says that she is clueless concerning what is happening to her.







Judy and I are dressing up for this Halloween. Flora will have her birthday party on Saturday and grandpa will be in his full regalia. No, I am not going as a whoopie cushion!






My manly attire will be that of a caveman!

Question for my medical friends. In the world of H1N1 infection, how does one be assured that the candy placed in the trick or treat bag will not transfer the virus. Even though the candy is wrapped, how does prevent the transfer of the virus from the candy wrapper to the kid's hands? Do we unwrap each candy with a pair of tongs, or do we spray hand sanitizer all over the candy collected? Nothing better than alcohol tainted treats! Just a thought.

Have a great Halloween!