Teal is the new orange
- from Juliana Maffea
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- Freedom High School
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Every Halloween people are becoming more creative with their decorations. The usual orange pumpkin is so last year. As the times change, so do the simple decorations. Getting colored pumpkins with unique designs are all the rage.
Not only do the colored pumpkins look snazzy on someone’s front porch, they also have a different meaning. One pumpkin in particular is a different color for a life saving reason. Teal pumpkins are kept on porches to inform the parents and children that non-food treats are available as an alternative.
Kids who are allergic to peanuts, chocolate, cherries, or any other type of food do not have to stand behind and watch as other kids get their treats that they cannot have. The teal pumpkins are an easier way for younger kids to recognize which house has non-food treats.
If anyone is thinking about getting a teal pumpkin, Michaels is selling them. While walking around Michaels to get the teal pumpkins, look for different knick-knacks to use as treats for the kids.
Finding different treats for sugar crazed kids can be difficult because appealing to everyone is nearly impossible . Have no fear, kids love anything and everything. Gender neutral toys are ideal because anyone can play with them.
Stop by the dollar store and pick up some glow sticks, necklaces, slinkies, vampire fangs, or sunglasses to give out to the trick or treaters. Not having to buy big, expensive candy bags will save people money during the month of October.
Purchasing teal pumpkins will not only add a splash of color to the front of a house, but it will help families on the lookout for different treats. No kid should ever be denied the chance to have a great Halloween. Buy a teal pumpkin, and hand out cool treats to be “that” cool house on the block.
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