On Halloween

When I taught in the public school, we teachers were told very explicitly that we were not to show in any way, shape, or form that we approved or supported Halloween.  Today, when I dropped off my King Piggy at school, I was pleasantly surprised to see faculty and staff dressed up for the holiday.  Pre-K and K kids were allowed to wear their costumes all day.  The rest of the grades will change into costumes during their respective parties.  I find it funny that the Catholic schools celebrate Halloween and public schools don't/can't.

I always enjoyed the creativity of the holiday.  This year, making costumes was out of the question (which is why my kids are Angry Birds).  Next year, I will try to return to homemade costumes.  When I was a kid, store-bought costumes were the small percentage and homemade costumes were the norm.  Now, it seems to be the opposite.  There's nothing wrong with store-bought costumes, but the fun of the holiday is using imagination to create a look.  Plus, your costume won't match anyone else's.  I saw lots of super heroes and princesses this morning.  Only one King Piggy was present in the sea of students.  Lots of older kids pointed and smiled at Drake's costume.  I think he was uncomfortable being the object of attention, but such is life.