Okay before you start calling me stupid or whatever let me explain my thoughts. As I kid you are taught not to take candy from strangers or talk to strangers for that matter. So why would you go to stranger's houses and take candy from them??
And I know you might say well the younger kids go trick or treating with somebody an adult or older kids. But still think about it...young girls going trick or treating at strangers' houses possibly men...personally this is why I think halloween is so stupid. It goes against what you are taught as a little kid.
2007-11-05 14:40:24 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Halloween
Honey if you don't understand it just don't join in the fun - no one is forcing you to do anything.
Seesch some of you people will gripe that the sky is too blue and the grass is too green. You must be just miserable!
2007-11-06 05:35:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are right. My daughter is 6 and this halloween she asked the same question, "I thought we arent supposed to take candy from strangers?". You bring up a valid point because taking candy from strangers does COMPLETELY contradict what we teach our children.
That said there are two other elements to Halloween to mention. Namely dressing up and the authentic ritual of scaring off evil spirits.
Most people dont even think about the latter, but everyone thinks about dressing up. This is just pure fun & fantasy, which is GREAT.
If you have issues with the trick or treating, I dont blame you, but eliminate that from your families activity (or throw out whatever they get) and give your own treats.
I have neighbors that are from Russia and they don't do Halloween at all, no dress up they tell me...what a bummer for those kids...
Please be thankful that America has this tradition and curb the dangers as you see fit.
Finally, there is a hope of community in this holiday. Thinking positively and being out there with your cute little dressed up kids you may realize (and get to know) neighbors, which creates and teaches COMMUNITY>< Peace :)
2007-11-05 23:03:10 · answer #2 · answered by tobelove75 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's an excellent point, personally what I enjoy about Halloween is that the community opens up it's doors to the neighborhood kids. I always think that the trust involved is huge and don't take it for granted. However, I understand why some people disagree with the practice of trick or treating, or prefer to do it in more controlled environments (like the mall). If you feel the trick or treating contradicts your belief system you are not required to participate.
2007-11-06 11:42:05 · answer #3 · answered by Sublette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a really good question.
perhaps part of the difference is that as a parent you should be in control of the situation and not a perb trying to entice a child. And you can watch what is given to your child, you can check it before they eat it, and like someone else said - hopefully your neighbors aren't strangers. Having said that, most children know the child molester - there are those random abductions, but most of them do live "next door" and they take time to get to know the child and the family. so, it's also a good opportunity to talk to your children about not taking candy from someone they know unless you are there, and or say it's ok - and it's not just about girls, boys get molested too. It's important to make sure children know they can & should tell their parents all sorts of things - not by lecturing but by talking with your children. kids also need to be careful about going off and helping someone find their lost dog! We, just need to teach them to be careful, we can't lock them up till they're grown up - although I sure thought about it a few times lololo - but not for those reasons!
2007-11-06 06:15:59 · answer #4 · answered by sandoz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a fair point but if there is a responsible adult supervising and goes to the door with them then it should be fine.
2007-11-06 10:02:34 · answer #5 · answered by I luv Matt! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are entitled to your opinion, but if you don't like Halloween just ignore it and let everyone else enjoy it. Whining here is a tad stupid, so ease up.
2007-11-05 22:49:33 · answer #6 · answered by jon_mac_usa_007 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's fun!!! My kids get excited about it and I love watching their little faces light up. Its not about the candy. It's about running around and seeing all the cool costumes.
2007-11-05 22:46:40 · answer #7 · answered by natasha 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The real problem is pointed out by Schnurb
2007-11-06 07:13:01 · answer #8 · answered by Bajingo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ideally your neighbors aren't strangers.
2007-11-06 01:35:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋