Countdown to Halloween!!...

It may just be me (Ruby) but Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays of the year... in the sense that everyone gets the opportunity to be anyone or anything they want to be without judgement (for the most part)... So far, we have shared with you some last minute costume ideas and some cool pictures from Halloween themed weddings... Hopefully you have chosen your costume and are ready to trick and/or treat the weekend away... so the only thing left to do is to share some last minute safety tips so you can have a safe, fun Halloween with your loved ones and still be on track for your wedding planning when it is all over!!...

Picture courtesy of Google.com and Peanuts

1. Check your (and all children's costumes) and be sure they can see and that there is nothing hanging that may cause them to trip. If it is a store bought costume, read the label and make sure that it is made from flame retardant materials.

2. If you are giving out candy, be sure your porch is well lit and that there are no open flames (candles in jack-o-lanterns, etc) that may catch any costumes or cause little ones (and big ones) to fall.


3. Try to stay away from busy streets and intersections and (as always) keep a close watch on any little ones you may have. With all the excitement, laughter, candy, and costumes they may not see a car coming down the street.


4. For the little ones, if you have a store bought costume for them, especially ones that have mask or parts that cover their faces, make sure you add something to distinguish them from the other little ones wearing the same costume. It may be funny on TV when someone goes out to trick-or-treat and comes home with someone else's kid but I'm SURE it's not funny in real life (don't know how often this happens but as a mom of a toddler who will be trick-or-treating for the first time I won't be taking any chances!!)


5. For the BIG little kids, be aware that you may be out to have fun but that there may not-so-nice people out with other intentions. They may use this holiday and the opportunity to wear masks and other costumes to their advantage (and your disadvantage)... if you will be drinking, have a designated driver, and be aware that drinking leaves you impaired even if just a little... be aware of your surroundings and watch for anyone suspicious!!!! There are creepos out there... and not the good kind (if there is a good kind ;))


6. For parents, use your judgement, if a house, person, piece of candy looks suspicious pass it by... you may receive ridicule from your little ones but there is plenty of candy out there and no piece of candy is worth your safety or the safety of your family. Don't accept any open candy and be sure to check your kiddies baskets before they eat anything!!


7. Remember to have fun, be safe, and enjoy your family. We are wedding planners by trade but family women by birth!!



Happy Hallooooooooweeeeeen!!



~The lovely ladies of R&P~