In the realm of holidays, those that don’t fall on the same weekday every year can often lead to a less-than-ideal celebration. Who wants to enjoy a festive evening only to face work or school the next morning? Recognizing this dilemma, a petition has emerged on Change.org, advocating for Halloween to be celebrated on the last Saturday of October. We’re all for it!
Picture this: you rush home from a long day, hurriedly dress the kids in their costumes, and head out the door, only to return two hours later with hyperactive little ones who refuse to sleep before the school day. It’s a chaotic scene that leaves both kids and parents with a Halloween hangover. The solution? Saturday celebrations!
Initiated by the Halloween & Costume Association, this initiative is known as the “Saturday Halloween Movement.” Its aim is to transform Halloween into a full-day festivity rather than squeezing it into a couple of rushed evening hours after work and school. So far, the petition has gathered 13,754 signatures, with a target of reaching 15,000.
Not only would a Saturday Halloween provide more time to indulge in candy, but it would also enhance safety for trick-or-treaters. The petition points out that having an all-day event allows for better planning, reducing the likelihood of forgetting essential items like flashlights or reflective gear. With approximately 3,800 Halloween-related injuries each year, the organizers believe that a dedicated Saturday could significantly lower those numbers.
In summary, holidays are undoubtedly more enjoyable when there’s no pressure of work or school looming the next day. If you’re in favor of this change, consider supporting the cause! For additional information on family-oriented topics, you might want to check out this other blog post on home insemination kits or learn more about pregnancy at Women’s Health. And for those looking into artificial insemination, visit Make A Mom to get expert insights.