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9 years ago

Have you ever heard about the candy witch?

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/rachel-parent/candy-witch-halloween_b_6065648.html

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Rose Pekelnicky

9 years ago

Here is a mention of a "Candy Witch" from today's Dear Abby column. I thought it was a good idea.

DEAR ABBY: Halloween is approaching. Years ago, when my sons were in preschool, their teacher told parents about the "Candy Witch." She said most kids -- especially little ones -- like wearing costumes and going trick-or-treating. However, getting the candy is not as important.

She suggested parents have their kids pick out 10 pieces of candy and leave the rest out for the Candy Witch. In return, the next morning they would find a little toy (or a new book or school supply) left for them. It would be up to the parents to decide what to do with the leftover candy.

We did this for many years, and there was never an argument over how much candy our kids would eat. I hope you agree this is a helpful suggestion. -- LOVES THE CANDY WITCH IN ALBUQUERQUE

DEAR LOVES: Not only do I agree, but I'm also sure any parent whose child has overdosed on sugar will too. Thanks for sharing it.

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wildchild2x2
9 years ago
No but I think the author with all her obsessive food fears needs a witch doctor (psychiatrist) a lot more than a candy witch. LOL
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schoolhouse_gw
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Boooooo.
OklaMoni
Original Author
9 years ago
Rose, that is the same... I just didn't have a way to link to your post... :)

Moni
lisa_fla
9 years ago
I feel bad for the kids. I have fond memories of grouping candy, holding favorites, trading, the excitement of ringing the bell and seeing what you would get, etc. Maybe there could be a middle ground-have the candy witch visit a week later.
OklaMoni
Original Author
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
My daughter and son in law had their kids convinced the candy you get, is for daddy. They totally opposed giving the kids anything with sugar added. Now, they are old enough to know better, and I wonder, if they do the candy witch... ;)

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