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indianabob:
Good morning folks with children  & Grandchildren,

It's almost time to observe Halloween in our neighborhoods as the little children don their costumes and go from door to door to collect candy, gifts and trick or treat ideas.

How should we handle this event and remain good neighbors.
Personally, I turn OFF the porch light or go shopping.

indianabob

sonofone:
Good question.I was wondering if anyone here will allow or allow there children to celebrate any of the holidays? I know for me Christmas is really hard seeing that I have a four year old. I bought him a tree last year and put it in his room because he really wanted it and at that age I did not feel it was doing any harm.Last year I bought him  a pumpkin because he wanted one for the same reason.At Easter I give him a Easter basket he's had Easter egg hunts a normal childhood so far. I do not celebrate any of the holidays in full celebration.We do not talk about Santa Claus,we do not discuss the Easter bunny,or dress him up in costumes and go trick or treating.I try to keep the holidays on a kids level for now keeping what is fun and Innocent about it,until he reaches a age where it is appropriate to teach him more about why we don't celebrate the holidays.

Sue Creamer:
Hi Bob,

My husband and I just make sure the porch light is off and we retreat to a back room for a quiet evening.   :)
peace,
Sue Ann   

dawnnnny:
Good morning Bob,

We've always been fortunate that we've lived "off the beaten track" so I don't really get any trick-or-treaters.  When my kids were about 3 and 8, we quit giving attention to Halloween.  My son was born on Oct 31st so we always had something else to do.  I don't/haven't really done anything for Easter in a long time, but Christmas is another thing.  I've read a little here and there on BT about holidays. 

I love Christmas, I love that it is a time my family gets together, we give each other gifts, we just have fun.  I guess I'm wondering what is so wrong with that?  I don't really even dwell on the fact that it is "supposedly" Jesus' birthday because I've read things before that debate the timing.

I do have a tree though and I guess I would have to say my Christmas's are more "fun" than religious.  Sounds like I'm trying to justify having the holiday.  Maybe I am.  I think, for me, that God will have to give me more conviction in this area before I give Christmas the ax. 

I wouldn't mind hearing other's input though, just be gentle   ;D ;D ;D ;D

Have a great day Bob and everyone!

Much Love,
Dawn

Beloved:
I was a wierd kid I have always hated Halloween. Even the halloween candy sucks...  ::)  maybe not I just saw pumpkin "peepers" (that marshmellow sugar stuff) at a Cracker Barrells. I always saw all the dressing up as being mean spiritied. 

I do not celebrate Christmas either, I have never had a tree...too much work.....there was plenty of ones to look at elsewhere. I used to give gifts and cards now I give and send them at other times of the year....they seem to enjoy the surprise more. I have one type of wrapping paper..one that fits all. The main reason again too much clutter.  I do not make a big thing about Christmas unless I am asked.

Easter on the other hand is easy...I always point out the paganistic acts that these adult Christians are performing when commemorating the ressurection. You can give candy and presents to children  they do not understand the world and see these events only as parties.

From the above it sound like I am a party pooper but I am really a fun person and will celebrate at the drop of a hat. It is these corporate events that I have trouble with.

Beloved

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