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Family-Friendly Halloween Movies

Do you love to curl up on the couch and watch scary movies? While some of the classic horror flicks might be a little TOO scary for little ones, there are plenty of fun and frightful films that won’t leave you with nightmares! Here are some of our favorite Halloween movies that are just spooky enough for a family movie night: Its the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

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Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie

Tim Burton is back and better than ever with his charmingly quirky new film “Frankenweenie.” The movie, based on a short film he came up with back in 1984, is the story of a boy who plays Frankenstein in an effort to revive his beloved pet dog. Victor (voiced by Charle Tahan) is an introverted loner who likes to make monster movies starring his best friend, Sparky the dog.

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Where Does Halloween Come From?

My very inquisitive six-year-old asked me why people dress up on Halloween. I was stumped. I am usually a reasonably informed mom with a quick story about all the cool things in history that have formed our current day celebrations. But not this time I didnt have any answers!

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Girl’s Costume Ideas

Whether you want to pick an original costume for Halloween or your daughter just likes to dress-up, you can find, assemble or make a variety of fun girls’ costumes. Brainstorm with your daughter, making a list of potential funny, scary, fantastical or beautiful costumes. You can even add a personal touch to a packaged costume or a hand-me-down by embellishing it with a new wig, hat, funky jewelry, striped stockings or face paint.

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Prom Season is Breaking My Bank Account!

Our house has been crazy (well crazier than it normally is with six children running around) as my two oldest daughters have been busy preparing for their junior/senior proms. For months they have laid awake at night talking about what they would wear and shared their visions of the Cinderella moment that would soon be here.