I have so many wonderful Halloween memories of when my boys were young. Back then, we often used those hard plastic masks with tiny eye holes. It was difficult to see out of those masks. Back then, we it was always snowy on Halloween. Winder coats were under the costume so most of the costumes couldn’t be form fitting.

I made many of the costumes too. Football players, Ninjas, and when they were very little they were little devils because I could sew horns and such right onto a onesie. Those are the one I haven’t let go of yet. My boys are close to 40 yrs old and I still have those Halloween costumes in a tote, on a shelf.

Many years ago when I started on my journey of eating healthier foods and using more eco-friendly products, I stopped handing out candy. I now hand out party favors. I have kids of all ages who love coming year after year for these fun little toys. They are healthier and last longer than candy.

The Teal-Pumpkin project promotes handing out items to trick or treaters that are allergy free for the 30% of the kids who have food allergies.