But this holiday has become a lot more nuanced since most 麻豆社国产parents were kids.
There’s much more to consider to be considerate, in other words.
Some things to think about:
Pumpkins are candy for bears, and as we have learned the hard way in this town, a fed bear is a dead bear.
Thus, don’t leave pumpkins outside overnight and quickly dispose of rotting pumpkins into a locked organics tote. The District actually recommends putting pumpkins in windows lit by a battery-operated tealight rather than displayed outside.
Don’t make someone else’s culture into a costume for your child or yourself.
Of course, no parent aims to offend with a costume. However, one must be careful. Disney characters, for example, may seem a safe choice but can, in fact, be a landmine of racist tropes or cultural appropriation.
A post on Indigenous relations expert ’s notes that wearing an Indigenous costume of any kind turns Indigenous culture into a fantasy, denigrates and commodifies it and insults Indigenous traditions. Not to mention Pocahontas-type costumes hyper-sexualize Indigenous women.
Much of the same can be said for appropriating any culture in a costume. Outfits that are transphobic, misogynist or that sexualize children should also be a no-go.
There are plenty of other types of costumes that can make Halloween fun for all: any animals, careers such as firefighter, doctor, and the like, superheroes, athletes — the list goes on.
Why not be super creative and dress kids up as something uniquely 麻豆社国产like a local mountain, tree, etc.?
When the costumed little trick-or-treaters come to the door, there are some things to consider as well so that Halloween is a fun memory for all.
Watch for blue and teal Halloween buckets, for example. Though a newer phenomenon, the , so the child may not react or ask for candy in a neurotypical way.
A teal bucket means the child has food allergies, so having non-food treats is an inclusive thing to do.
If a child looks too old to be trick-or-treating, our advice is to smile and give them candy. It has been a rough year for young folks too and seeking candy is a pretty harmless way to have fun.
Finally,. The deadline to apply is 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31.
Fireworks are really frightening for pets and wildlife, so as much as it may be a tradition, keeping it to this one night will reduce the stress on our local furry friends.
With a little thought and care for others, this can be a ‘funtastic’ holiday for all at a time when we can all use it.
