Problem: Article: Go to the library or search online for the scariest stories you can find. Pick out 5-10 stories that have spooking potential. The more realistic and recent the story, the scarier it'll be when you tell it. That way, the listeners can relate. Urban legends make excellent scary stories. The danger with using an urban legend, however, is that some of your listeners may have heard variations of it, thus ruining the effect. Change the details so that it seems as though the story took place nearby, and recently. Weave fact with fiction. If the story took place in a canning factory, but you know there's a pecan factory in your town, switch out that detail (if you can do so without changing the story too much). If you can tie the story to someone you know, even better. Since your local conditions are unique, some of the stories will lend themselves better to this step than others. If rain is a critical detail in the story, for example, don't use it if you're camping in the desert. You should be able to narrow it down to 2-3 stories at this point. Practice telling the stories you've chosen and pay attention to which one feels the most natural. Tell it the same way you'd tell the story about that time your cousin tried to swallow a whole hot dog (minus the humor). Don't over-dramatize. Don't use words you wouldn't normally use. You want it to sound as if you're telling the story reluctantly, like it makes you uncomfortable, but you'll tell it if they twist your arm...
Summary: Do your homework. Localize it. Rehearse.

Problem: Article: Pick out a flowy blouse to wear that will offset the straight leg of the jeans. To show off your waistline, tuck the blouse in, or simply tuck in the front. The blouse can be a solid color or patterned. You can also pair the blouse with a jacket or thin belt. It's best to tuck the sweater in so that your look isn't too bulky. Mom jeans are baggier than most other jeans, and combined with an untucked sweater, your form won't be very distinct. Put on your favorite over-sized sweater and try tucking in the front part. You want the waistline of your jeans to be noticeable. If your sweater isn't super bulky, try tucking in all of it for a sophisticated look. Pair it with a belt if desired. Off-the-shoulder tops are a great choice when you want to wear a more loose-fitting shirt with your jeans. They'll balance out the shape of your mom jeans by showing off your shoulders while also giving you a bohemian look. Since most mom jeans are high-waisted, pairing them with a crop top is a popular choice. Crop tops allow you to show off your waistline, and they come in all forms from loose-fitting t-shirts to tight spandex tops. Try out some different styles and see which one you like the best. If you don't own a crop top but have an old shirt that you think would look good as one, you can make your own. The classic white t-shirt and jeans look has always been in style. Choose any white shirt it could be a t-shirt, button down, or v-neck and wear it with your mom jeans. This outfit will allow you to accessorize with any color of jewelry and shoes. The white shirt goes great with almost any jacket as well. If you're wearing a white t-shirt, pair it with a bomber jacket or kimono. A button down white shirt goes great with a blazer. Since mom jeans are pretty loose-fitting in the leg area, you can balance this out by sporting a tighter top. Put on a bodysuit under your jeans to show off your curves while still being comfortable.
Summary:
Tuck in your blouse to define your waist. Wear a sweater for a cozy look. Choose an off-the-shoulder top for a bohemian look. Wear a crop top with your jeans to show off your waist. Choose a white shirt for a casual look. Wear a bodysuit to balance out the bagginess of your jeans.