more than the last day of the month. It's Halloween! 1.  What are the "magic" words for this evening of fun? "Trick or Treat" and "Thank You!", with the last being said as loud, and with as much enthusiasm, as the first. Tip: "Trick or Treat can be a mouthful for little ones, but even the smaller goblins can learn to say "Boo!" 2.  While homemade treats are often the best, most parents will not allow their kids to eat anything unless it is individually wrapped and sealed. Should you decide to offer special treats to those kids you know well, be sure to label them with your name and address so parents will know where they came from. 3.  As an alternative to candy, many people are choosing to hand out a variety of items: pencils, erasers, stickers, bubbles, glow sticks, rub-on tattoos, and even toothbrushes. Trick-or-Treaters should smile and say thank you, regardless of what they are given; that Halloween pencil will last long after the candy bar is gulped down, and will also be a reminder of a fun evening. 4.  Safety is paramount. Turn on your porch light and leave it on as long as you have candy to hand out. Make sure your walkway is clear; kids are excited and don't necessarily watch where they step. The flicker of candle light in a jack-o-lantern can add to the mood, but beware of flowing costumes and hair -- make sure your candle-lit items are in a