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Free Loot

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Caryn

Halloween is a beloved part of American culture, offering people a chance to kick back and have a little fun. It’s a time for all ages to embrace creativity, fantasy, and maybe even a little goofiness. The holiday encourages people … Continue reading →

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‘Tis The Season

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Caryn

There are some years when it just seems like the holidays get ahead of you and you find yourself playing catch-up all the way to Christmas. This has been one of those years…with a little bit of a twist. This year, Thanksgiving fell very late in the month…November 28th. Continue reading →

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Candy For Free

Posted on October 31, 2024 by Caryn

Halloween in the United States traces its origins to the customs of European immigrants, especially those from Ireland and Scotland. The term “Halloween” is derived from “All Hallow’s Eve,” which is the night before the Christian sacred observances of All Hallow’s Day Continue reading →

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The Threat Of Tricks

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Caryn

Every year…like clockwork, parents dress their children up in costumes, and the annual tradition of children roaming the neighborhoods, knocking on doors, and asking for treats…with the threat of tricks Continue reading →

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On The Fast Track

Posted on January 27, 2019 by Caryn

Since she was a little girl, my niece Lacey Stevens has loved hair and makeup. After high school, Lacey went Continue reading →

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Halloween Fun

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Caryn

Halloween started out as All Hallows’ Eve or All Saints’ Eve. Originally, it was to be a time dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed. These days, very few churches still practice it … Continue reading →

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She’s Multi-Talented

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Caryn

My niece, Chelsea Hadlock joined our family eight years ago, when she married my nephew, Ryan. Chelsea is a beautiful girl, inside and out. Over the years that she has been in our family, we have watched the changes that … Continue reading →

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A Different Kind Of Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Caryn

When I was a kid, dressing up for Halloween was for kids. Things have changed since then and these days you see lots of adults going to parties, teenagers roaming the streets trick or treating, scaring kids or just acting … Continue reading →

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Theme Party Queen

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Caryn

That my niece, Chelsea Hadlock is a fashionista is a fact that no one will dispute. She has a style that is all her own, and it’s a style that a lot of girls wish they could pull off too. … Continue reading →

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Party Time

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Caryn

As our kids have grown, my sisters and I find ourselves along for the ride when it comes to Halloween. My grandchildren always seem to be working, so there are no little kids coming by my place…at least not that … Continue reading →

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