Entry for October 28, 2006
The Dilemma of what to give "Trick or Treaters"...
Every year I struggle with what to give to the costumed kids that show up at my doorstep on Halloween. Will it be the high fructose corn syrup and artificially colored confections that will have them bouncing off the walls and create the ADD/ADHD effect? I don't want to be the most hated on the block by giving out toothbrushes and toothpastes (besides most toothpaste has artificial sweeteners). Besides, I'm not a dentist. Not apples! A good idea nutritionally, but I know that I really appreciated good chocolate even as a kid, especially the homes that gave out the full sized chocolate bars. This year I compromised with miniature organic fair trade dark chocolate. I can't afford to give out the full sized bars. I actually found these at the local Ballard Market in the bulk food section. Plus, I have to buy something that I can appreciate, just in case there are leftovers. Address not given... Happy Halloween!