When did you stop trick or treating for haloween (stealing candy doesnt count)

[KaNaDiAnIcEmAn]

went with a couple girls to take their lil bros and sisters trick or treeting and i was dressed up as a dragon :D

[Sky Rookie]

When I got to lazy to dress up... that was at least 5 years ago... prolly more... at 26 it would be hard to look like a kid anymore :Crying

[timie]

I will never stop dressing up for Halloween. Like last year when we all ended up in my friends hottub just eating candy. No one felt good the next morning. :spin

[shortys31]

i stopped around 11 ... just didnt like it after then

[egarrard]

Originally posted by lord nicon21
i never go trick or treating but dressing up is a different :KICKASS Cross-dressin' don't count... :Wink :rofl2

I don't trick-or-treat anymore, but I still put on a costume if I'm going to a party. I will not wear a costume for work, though.

[SNAFU]

I stopped at 15, but senior year in high school, my friend and I got really bored so we dressed up and went trick or treatin'!

[Xilant]

I stopped when i was 12. I don't know, i rented golden eye 007 that night and said. This is more fun, i give out candies and keep the ones that stay... Better deal!

[wazman]

I only went trick-or-treating a couple of years... We used to live out in the country, so it wasn't worth it to drive into town just for that.

And then the Tylenol scare of '82 hit, and there was no way I was gonna get to go anywhere after that...

So I really can only say I even went about two or three times...

[efernandez_98]

I usually end up taking a group of kids on a candy expedition around the neighborhood during halloween.

[t00lb0x]

Efer, giving back to the community in many ways both real and the forum community. He helps kids trick -or-treat and explains to us what a brazilian bikini wax is :lmao

[marko3xl3]

I stopped at 14...had to go with kids ya know family and friends stuff.

I am 15 now, halloween is still ahead, who knows what's gonna happen this year :D.

[WazLady73]

I quit going about the age of 14.

Then after that I answered the door when the Kiddies yelled "Trick or Treat". It was fun seeing all the kids dressed up! And sometime some "Older" kids came too...

For the past 2 years Wazman and I take our little girl trick or treating...it makes me feel like a kid again.

All the Halloween stuff is coming in the stores now...soon the Christmas decorations will be coming...:santa

[wazman]

Originally posted by WazLady73
For the past 2 years Wazman and I take our little girl trick or treating...it makes me feel like a kid again.

Yeah, but you gotta stop stealing all her candy, dear... :)

(No, no... Just kidding... I'll have to see if I can find a pic of her in her giraffe costume... She was so cute...)

[littlemissborin]

stopped trick or treating when I was 8..my family hasn't passed out candy since then either. With the history of what halloween is and dad becoming a pastor we just completely gave up halloween

[Maniacmous]

I gave up trick or treating rather early...because I used to go w/my brother and some of his and my friends...but they kinda did a little vandalizing (shoved cracker jacks and other assorted candies down into a guy's gas tank)...and since, I've just avoided it altogether.

[wazman]

Halloween is the dentist's heaven.

[Maniacmous]

And the bain of weak childhood stomachs everywhere.

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

I do the same as eferz.

[Mus]

I've never done it ... it aint big in sweden...

[KaNaDiAnIcEmAn]

my dentist has popcorn and bubblegum in the waiting room .....

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by KaNaDiAnIcEmAn
my dentist has popcorn and bubblegum in the waiting room .....

Yeah... our dentist's waiting room is kinda like a full service, "is there anything you want" type thing.

They'll bring you just about anything to calm you down before that root canal =P

in the waiting room there is Digital cable, free drinks, free snacks and such.

no candy though.

[JCYC5]

The title of this thread does bring the question "Where is Tim?"

[wazman]

Originally posted by JCYC5
The title of this thread does bring the question "Where is Tim?"

What? :What the

[Orangepeel]

WOOT FOR HALLOWE"EN!

It should be a holiday :D!

[blpeterson]

Who stopped.:devil

[wazman]

Used to be a pagan holiday or something, didn't it? It was the night that the spirits were said to walk the earth - right before All Saint's Day... November 1.

Or I could be wrong.

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by wazman
Used to be a pagan holiday or something, didn't it? It was the night that the spirits were said to walk the earth - right before All Saint's Day... November 1.

Or I could be wrong.

from the movie Hocus Pocus

"It was created by the candy corportations......"

Halloween is good. I like it. I like all of october but October 25th the most as that is my B-day.

[egarrard]

Article (http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/7280/samhain.html)

All Hallow's Eve is the eve of All Hallow's Day (November 1st). And for once, even popular tradition remembers that the Eve is more important than the Day itself, the traditional celebration focusing on October 31st, beginning at sundown. And this seems only fitting for the great Celtic New Year's festival. Not that the holiday was Celtic only. In fact, it is startling how many ancient and unconnected cultures (the Egyptians and pre-Spanish Mexicans, for example) celebrated this as a festival of the dead. But the majority of our modern traditions can be traced to the British Isles.

The Celts called it Samhain, which means 'summer's end', according to their ancient two-fold division of the year, when summer ran from Beltane to Samhain and winter ran from Samhain to Beltane. (Some modern Covens echo this structure by letting the High Priest 'rule' the Coven beginning on Samhain, with rulership returned to the High Priestess at Beltane.) According to the later four-fold division of the year, Samhain is seen as 'autumn's end' and the beginning of winter. Samhain is pronounced (depending on where you're from) as 'sow-in' (in Ireland), or 'sow-een' (in Wales), or 'sav-en' (in Scotland), or (inevitably) 'sam-hane' (in the U.S., where we don't speak Gaelic).

Not only is Samhain the end of autumn; it is also, more importantly, the end of the old year and the beginning of the new. Celtic New Year's Eve, when the new year begins with the onset of the dark phase of the year, just as the new day begins at sundown. There are many representations of Celtic gods with two faces, and it surely must have been one of them who held sway over Samhain. Like his Roman counterpart Janus, he would straddle the theshold, one face turned toward the past in commemoration of those who died during the last year, and one face gazing hopefully toward the future, mystic eyes attempting to pierce the veil and divine what the coming year holds. These two themes, celebrating the dead and divining the future, are inexorably intertwined in Samhain, as they are likely to be in any New Year's celebration.

As a feast of the dead, it was believed the dead could, if they wished, return to the land of the living for this one night, to celebrate with their family, tribe, or clan. And so the great burial mounds of Ireland (sidh mounds) were opened up, with lighted torches lining the walls, so the dead could find their way. Extra places were set at the table and food set out for any who had died that year. And there are many stories that tell of Irish heroes making raids on the Underworld while the gates of faery stood open, though all must return to their appointed places by ****-crow.

As a feast of divination, this was the night par excellance for peering into the future. The reason for this has to do with the Celtic view of time. In a culture that uses a linear concept of time, like our modern one, New Year's Eve is simply a milestone on a very long road that stretches in a straight line from birth to death. Thus, the New Year's festival is a part of time. The ancient Celtic view of time, however, is cyclical. And in this framework, New Year's Eve represents a point outside of time, when the the natural order of the universe disolves back into primordial chaos, preparatory to re-establishing itself in a new order. Thus, Samhain is a night that exists outside of time and hence it may be used to view any other point in time. At no other holiday is a tarot card reading, crystal reading, or tea-leaf reading so likely to succeed.

The Christian religion, with its emphasis on the 'historical' Christ and his act of redemption 2000 years ago, is forced into a linear view of time, where 'seeing the future' is an illogical proposition. In fact, from the Christian perspective, any attempt to do so is seen as inherently evil. This did not keep the medieval Church from co-opting Samhain's other motif, commemoration of the dead. To the Church, however, it could never be a feast for all the dead, but only the blessed dead, all those hallowed (made holy) by obedience to God - thus, All Hallow's, or Hallowmas, later All Saints and All Souls.

There are so many types of divination that are traditional to Hallowstide, it is possible to mention only a few. Girls were told to place hazel nuts along the front of the firegrate, each one to symbolize one of her suiters. She could then divine her future husband by chanting, 'If you love me, pop and fly; if you hate me, burn and die.' Several methods used the apple, that most popular of Halloween fruits. You should slice an apple through the equator (to reveal the five-pointed star within) and then eat it by candlelight before a mirror.

Your future spouse will then appear over your shoulder. Or, peel an apple, making sure the peeling comes off in one long strand, reciting, 'I pare this apple round and round again; / My sweetheart's name to flourish on the plain: / I fling the unbroken paring o'er my head, / My sweetheart's letter on the ground to read.' Or, you might set a snail to crawl through the ashes of your hearth. The considerate little creature will then spell out the initial letter as it moves.

Perhaps the most famous icon of the holiday is the jack-o-lantern. Various authorities attribute it to either Scottish or Irish origin. However, it seems clear that it was used as a lantern by people who traveled the road this night, the scary face to frighten away spirits or faeries who might otherwise lead one astray. Set on porches and in windows, they cast the same spell of protection over the household. (The American pumpkin seems to have forever superseded the European gourd as the jack-o-lantern of choice.) Bobbing for apples may well represent the remnants of a Pagan 'baptism' rite called a 'seining', according to some writers. The water-filled tub is a latter-day Cauldron of Regeneration, into which the novice's head is immersed. The fact that the participant in this folk game was usually blindfolded with hands tied behind the back also puts one in mind of a traditional Craft initiation ceremony.

The custom of dressing in costume and 'trick-or-treating' is of Celtic origin with survivals particularly strong in Scotland. However, there are some important differences from the modern version. In the first place, the custom was not relegated to children, but was actively indulged in by adults as well. Also, the 'treat' which was required was often one of spirits (the liquid variety). This has recently been revived by college students who go 'trick-or-drinking'. And in ancient times, the roving bands would sing seasonal carols from house to house, making the tradition very similar to Yuletide wassailing. In fact, the custom known as 'caroling', now connected exclusively with mid-winter, was once practiced at all the major holidays. Finally, in Scotland at least, the tradition of dressing in costume consisted almost exclusively of cross-dressing (i.e., men dressing as women, and women as men). It seems as though ancient societies provided an oportunity for people to 'try on' the role of the opposite gender for one night of the year. (Although in Scotland, this is admittedly less dramatic - but more confusing - since men were in the habit of wearing skirt-like kilts anyway. Oh well...)

To Witches, Halloween is one of the four High Holidays, or Greater Sabbats, or cross-quarter days. Because it is the most important holiday of the year, it is sometimes called 'THE Great Sabbat.' It is an ironic fact that the newer, self-created Covens tend to use the older name of the holiday, Samhain, which they have discovered through modern research. While the older hereditary and traditional Covens often use the newer name, Halloween, which has been handed down through oral tradition within their Coven. (This is often holds true for the names of the other holidays, as well. One may often get an indication of a Coven's antiquity by noting what names it uses for the holidays.)

With such an important holiday, Witches often hold two distinct celebrations. First, a large Halloween party for non-Craft friends, often held on the previous weekend. And second, a Coven ritual held on Halloween night itself, late enough so as not to be interrupted by trick-or-treaters. If the rituals are performed properly, there is often the feeling of invisible friends taking part in the rites. Another date which may be utilized in planning celebrations is the actual cross-quarter day, or Old Halloween, or Halloween O.S. (Old Style). This occurs when the sun has reached 15 degrees Scorpio, an astrological 'power point' symbolized by the Eagle. The celebration would begin at sunset. Interestingly, this date (Old Halloween) was also appropriated by the Church as the holiday of Martinmas.

Of all the Witchcraft holidays, Halloween is the only one that still boasts anything near to popular celebration. Even though it is typically relegated to children (and the young-at-heart) and observed as an evening affair only, many of its traditions are firmly rooted in Paganism. Incidentally, some schools have recently attempted to abolish Halloween parties on the grounds that it violates the separation of state and religion. Speaking as a Pagan, I would be saddened by the success of this move, but as a supporter of the concept of religion-free public education, I fear I must concede the point. Nonetheless, it seems only right that there should be one night of the year when our minds are turned toward thoughts of the supernatural. A night when both Pagans and non-Pagans may ponder the mysteries of the Otherworld and its inhabitants. And if you are one of them, may all your jack-o'lanterns burn bright on this All Hallow's Eve.

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by egarrard
Article (http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/7280/samhain.html)

I guess it is a good thing that we have a 100,000 character limit otherwise it wouldn't have fit on most boards.

[WazLady73]

Originally posted by XxFaeryOnFirexX
Yeah... our dentist's waiting room is kinda like a full service, "is there anything you want" type thing.

They'll bring you just about anything to calm you down before that root canal =P

in the waiting room there is Digital cable, free drinks, free snacks and such.

no candy though.

ROOT CANELS!!! AHHHHHH!!! Don't mention that!:eek:

WazLady here has to have one done:Crying

Tooth #19 or 2nd molar from the back on the left side. My mouth over there is hurting me now...:Crying

My dentist gave me a script for some pain killer and antibiotic till I can get it done. Waiting on insurance now...

My dentist has a little fridge to get drinks and they give you a parafin hand wax and clean your rings for you. And his chair has a massager on it....and bring in your own CD and they will put headphones on you so you can listen to that while he is drilling me to pieces...

I am NOT looking forward to it....

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by WazLady73
ROOT CANELS!!! AHHHHHH!!! Don't mention that!:eek:

WazLady here has to have one done:Crying

Tooth #19 or 2nd molar from the back on the left side. My mouth over there is hurting me now...:Crying

My dentist gave me a script for some pain killer and antibiotic till I can get it done. Waiting on insurance now...

My dentist has a little fridge to get drinks and they give you a parafin hand wax and clean your rings for you. And his chair has a massager on it....and bring in your own CD and they will put headphones on you so you can listen to that while he is drilling me to pieces...

I am NOT looking forward to it....

I'm so sorry to hear about that thing. I hope that it doesn't hurt too badly. :Crying

[wazman]

Originally posted by WazLady73
ROOT CANELS!!! AHHHHHH!!! Don't mention that!:eek:

WazLady here has to have one done:Crying

Tooth #19 or 2nd molar from the back on the left side. My mouth over there is hurting me now...:Crying

My dentist gave me a script for some pain killer and antibiotic till I can get it done. Waiting on insurance now...

My dentist has a little fridge to get drinks and they give you a parafin hand wax and clean your rings for you. And his chair has a massager on it....and bring in your own CD and they will put headphones on you so you can listen to that while he is drilling me to pieces...

I am NOT looking forward to it....

It's like a spa in there! And you're not looking forward to it?

Hell, I think I'll have one done just to get the full treatment... :)

[JCYC5]

Originally posted by wazman
What? :What the

imtim83 and his questions

[Orangepeel]

Coming up with costume ideas is always tons of fun when October rolls around.

It was still fun in university, we would dress up and head for parties :KICKASS.

Best costume: Cat. Furry from head to toe, complet with loooooong tail. Geez, wish I had a pic of it :(.

Worst costume: Geisha girl. The makeup started to run, the lipstick bled, and it looked like my face was falling off :lmao! The wig was cool, tho...


I wanna try to put a costume together this year, if time allows. Anyone know where I can get gun holsters?

[blpeterson]

Originally posted by egarrard
Cross-dressin' don't count... :Wink :rofl2

I don't trick-or-treat anymore, but I still put on a costume if I'm going to a party. I will not wear a costume for work, though.

I cheat. We usually take the young kids trick or treating. I just put on my dress blues and away I go. Uniform, costume who can tell the difference.:)

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by Orangepeel
Coming up with costume ideas is always tons of fun when October rolls around.

It was still fun in university, we would dress up and head for parties :KICKASS.

Best costume: Cat. Furry from head to toe, complet with loooooong tail. Geez, wish I had a pic of it :(.

Worst costume: Geisha girl. The makeup started to run, the lipstick bled, and it looked like my face was falling off :lmao! The wig was cool, tho...


I wanna try to put a costume together this year, if time allows. Anyone know where I can get gun holsters?

If i was going to dress up and go full fledged with the little tikes, I would be Link. Get the Real sword and Hyrulian sheild.

[efernandez_98]

Originally posted by Orangepeel
Coming up with costume ideas is always tons of fun when October rolls around.

It was still fun in university, we would dress up and head for parties :KICKASS.

Best costume: Cat. Furry from head to toe, complet with loooooong tail. Geez, wish I had a pic of it :(.

Worst costume: Geisha girl. The makeup started to run, the lipstick bled, and it looked like my face was falling off :lmao! The wig was cool, tho...


I wanna try to put a costume together this year, if time allows. Anyone know where I can get gun holsters? Ooo! Ooo!

How about kan-kan girl?

[KaNaDiAnIcEmAn]

the question is what is everyones fav candy!!!!?


mines rockets, those thing are sweet, sour, sweet, like disolve on your tounge.


receeses, are pretty sweet but i get sick of em, and if it ant the right day i dont wanna eat em

[wazman]

Originally posted by JCYC5
imtim83 and his questions

Oh, yeah... Yeah, he hasn't been around for a while... Wonder where he went.

[wazman]

Originally posted by KaNaDiAnIcEmAn
the question is what is everyones fav candy!!!!?


mines rockets, those thing are sweet, sour, sweet, like disolve on your tounge.


receeses, are pretty sweet but i get sick of em, and if it ant the right day i dont wanna eat em

Reese's Peanut Butter cups. Nothing else compares.

[egarrard]

Originally posted by Orangepeel
Coming up with costume ideas is always tons of fun when October rolls around.

It was still fun in university, we would dress up and head for parties :KICKASS.

Best costume: Cat. Furry from head to toe, complet with loooooong tail. Geez, wish I had a pic of it :(.

Worst costume: Geisha girl. The makeup started to run, the lipstick bled, and it looked like my face was falling off :lmao! The wig was cool, tho...


I wanna try to put a costume together this year, if time allows. Anyone know where I can get gun holsters? www.cabelas.com

The best costume I ever used was that I took a long white tube sock, stuffed it full of other socks, sewed it on the front of a white sheet, and went as The Ghost of Long Dong Silver. The sock would swing back and forth, back and forth as I walked. Funny, it was a big hit with all the girls at the party... :devil

[XxFaeryOnFirexX]

Originally posted by egarrard
www.cabelas.com

The best costume I ever used was that I took a long white tube sock, stuffed it full of other socks, sewed it on the front of a white sheet, and went as The Ghost of Long Dong Silver. The sock would swing back and forth, back and forth as I walked. Funny, it was a big hit with all the girls at the party... :devil

:devil here is a big :Beer for you. Nice.