Imagine if there was a day every year when people just gave out candy for free! Well what if I told you that this day actually exists and it’s called…drum roll, please…Halloween! Some people may know this, in fact I would bet if you asked anyone 12 and under they could tell you the exact date. Although, recently, most teenagers seem to forget the days’ true meaning, opting to party instead of the traditional trick or treating. This is just wrong! Technically, you can party any day of the year, but there is only one day where you can receive pounds of candy for no cost at all. It’s time for a change. This year everyone under 18 should be out in their neighborhoods and knocking on doors.
With prices on the rise, candy is more expensive than ever. Just the other day, I saw a bag of Nerds Gummy Clusters candy going for $7.00 dollars. An article by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the price of candy in 2023 had risen a whopping 39.7% since 2013. On a day where adults are handing out sweets with the simple expectation that you’re wearing a costume, we must seize the rare opportunity. If the candy itself doesn’t convince you then think about just how much you’ll save when instead of buying an overpriced treat from the cafe, you already have Halloween candy at the ready.
On the topic of rare opportunities, childhood makes up approximately 23% of your overall life, soon these carefree days will be gone and replaced with long work hours, bills, and many more adult responsibilities. Instead of trying to grow up as fast as possible this time should be cherished. Many adults often reminisce about missing the “good old days,” soon you are going to look back and wish you spent more time doing “childish activities” such as trick or treating. Trick or treating is the perfect way to savor your childhood. Eat pounds of candy while you still can, dress up with your friends, and bond with your neighbors. Halloween is the perfect holiday for harmless pranks and fun, and it should be savored by experiencing it rather than not being able to remember it by the time you wake up on November 1st.
This Halloween, I hope you consider dressing up and trick or treating with your friends, whether it be to save money or just have some innocent fun. If you do choose to party I suggest you start off the night by going from door to door before your festivities begin, and most important of all, be safe. Happy Halloween!