- Jack O'Lanterns originated in Ireland where people placed candles in hollowed-out turnips to keep away spirits and ghosts on the Samhain holiday.
- Pumpkins also come in white, blue and green. Great for unique monster carvings!
- Halloween was brought to North America by immigrants from Europe who would celebrate the harvest around a bonfire, share ghost stories, sing, dance and tell fortunes.
- The ancient Celts thought that spirits and ghosts roamed the countryside on Halloween night. They began wearing masks and costumes to avoid being recognized as human.
- Halloween candy sales average about 2 billion dollars annually in the United States.
- Halloween is the second most commercially successful holiday, with Christmas being the first.
- Bobbing for apples is thought to have originated from the roman harvest festival that honors Pamona, the goddess of fruit trees.
- Black cats were once believed to be witch's familiars who protected their powers.
HALLOWEEN REVEALS YOUR PERSONALITY
(Sun) Goblins and ghouls and ghost, oh my. Halloween is fun for the whole family. And how you participate can reveal the real you behind that scary mask. Discover something new about yourself by answering these questions and seeing what they reveal:
On Halloween, you usually:
a. Hand out goodies to trick-or-treaters.
b. Attend a party.
c. Go with a group to a haunted house for charity.
d. Watch a horror flick.
The costume you'd most likely wear is:
a. A ghost
b. Cowboy or cowgirl
c. Superhero
d. Pirate
Your favorite Halloween treat is:
a. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
b. SweeTarts
c. Chocolate bar
d. Tootsie Roll Pops
When you were a kid, the scariest monsters of all were:
When you were a kid, the scariest monsters of all were:
a. Vampires
b. Zombies
c. Ghosts
d. Trolls
Analysis
Mostly "a" - You're fun loving but never the center of attention. You sometimes let others take advantage of your good nature, but there's little in life that frightens you.
Mostly "b" - You love dressing up and showing off to others, but you're thoughtful and never greedy with friends and family. You also get the job done, no matter what it takes.
Mostly "c" - You're a perfectionist and a bit bossy, but you never fail to impress your gang with a fancy costume. You're a high achiever and people naturally follow your lead.
Mostly "d" - You're quiet and reserved, celebrating Halloween in a low key fashion. You're costume reveals your creative, whimsical side, and you're sure to wear it more than once.
a. Vampires
b. Zombies
Pumpkin Carving 101 features everything for the novice to get started carving your very own Halloween pumpkin. The site features how-to, what tools you'll need, stencil carving and how to light your Jack-O-Lantern.
http://www.pumpkincarving101.com/
How Stuff Works How to Carve a Pumpkin features everything form introduction level carving to advanced carving along with a "gallery of Jack-O-Lanterns."
http://people.howstuffworks.com/pumpkin-carve.htm
wikiHow How to Carve a Pumpkin has step-by-step photos of pumpkin carving along with what you'll need to get great results. The site also features the Better Homes and Gardens link to "Pumpkin Painting and Decorating Guide."
http://www.wikihow.com/Carve-a-Pumpkin
Get free pumpkin carving patterns from a professional pumpkin carver at The Pumpkin Lady. It has a gallery of carved pumpkins, games and offers custom carved pumpkins including your face on a pumpkin. http://www.pumpkinlady.com/
The Pumpkin Patch includes a short history of pumpkins, recipes, unusual pumpkin facts, how to grow your own pumpkins and much more. http://www.pumpkin-patch.com/
ALLOWEEN CANDY REVEALS PERSONALITY
Did you know that the kind of Halloween candy you give out is a reflection onto yourself. It is true, here is a few of the different personality traits related to your candy.
· Loose Change -- These people tend to be procrastinators. The fact they answer the door instead of pretending not to be there for trick- or-treaters is a sign of there Genuine interest in people and loyalty to friends.
· Candy Corn, Orange Colored Marshmallow, Puff "Peanuts," etc. -- You know how to pinch every last penny out of a dollar. You prefer spending your money on you, not someone you will never see again.
· M&M's/Snickers/Milky Way -- Right off the top, you're cool. Quality over quantity is the name of the game with you. You love a great party, are conscious and considerate of others. Likely to be a natural leader. Positive and upbeat on the outside even if your innards are tied in knots.
· Skittles/Reese's Pieces -- You're up on trends and fashion. You know what's hot and what's not. If older than 35, very likely to have children at home. A little different than the average bear but in a quirkyway. You often feel out of place but you cover it well and no one has ever noticed.
· Other name brand candy -- You like to mix things up a bit. You hate surprises -- but love to surprise others. Most likely, you bought a candy that you happen to enjoy rather than a candy that's popular with kids. This group is the most likely to be overweight.
Ladies if you are a last minute person, then here are some ideas for costumes.
BODY PAINTED COSTUMES
c. Ghosts
d. Trolls
Analysis
Mostly "a" - You're fun loving but never the center of attention. You sometimes let others take advantage of your good nature, but there's little in life that frightens you.
Mostly "b" - You love dressing up and showing off to others, but you're thoughtful and never greedy with friends and family. You also get the job done, no matter what it takes.
Mostly "c" - You're a perfectionist and a bit bossy, but you never fail to impress your gang with a fancy costume. You're a high achiever and people naturally follow your lead.
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