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Halloween is a very special holiday for me and millions of others around the world, and for a good reason. I feel that this is partly because it is literally a holiday where we dress up and pretend to be something we’re not (I’m looking at you, Harley Quinn #432,369), but because it’s also the sort of holiday that evolves as you get older. It amazes me how we go from dressing up as the red Power Ranger and going out to get candy, to going out to drink and flirt with Harley Quinn #550,874 (or Joker #309,564 for all you ladies out there). As a special way to make sure everyone parties as safely and efficiently as possible, here are five ways to not get spooked on Halloween night.
1. Don’t take candy from strangers, kids.
This should be a no-brainer. We’ve been hearing it since we were kids and it’s still great advice today. You never know what you’ll run into on Halloween night, but one of the things you should definitely avoid is taking candy from that one dude who looks like he’s done a little too much of that “candy” (and yes, I mean literal candy that may or may not have been altered) himself. Steer clear of creeps like this, PLEASE.
Taking candy from this guy: NOT a good look, fam.
2. Don’t be that person with the offensive costume.
Let’s face it: everyone is offended by everything these days. I’m not just talking about things that are meant to offend people (which are bad and you should feel bad if you support them), I’m saying that is seems as if no matter what you do or say, someone will have a problem with it. This, of course, also applies to your costume, and if I’ve learned anything from all my recent Halloweens is that the cheaper the better, and that there are certain things you should probably avoid dressing up as, like stereotypes, religious figures, among others. You don’t want to be that person who makes people at your party uncomfortable or sparks some stranger’s inebriated rage.
Also, clowns. Do NOT dress up as a clown.
I didn’t wanna post an offensive costume, so here, pug puppy!
3. Avoid mixing candy and booze.
I never excelled in Chemistry class, but I did come out of that class knowing one very crucial thing: alcohol and sugar are not a good combination. It can make you sick, affect your borrachera in the worst possible ways, and give you a killer hangover. This Halloween, it would certainly be smart choose one over the other because mixing these two will not end well.
Believe me, you do not wanna mop wasted at 4 a.m. (if you catch my drift).
4. Be wary of the dark (no, seriously).
Seeing as most Halloween festivities occur during the night time, it would probably be wise to always be aware of your surroundings and watch your step, because it would suck to not only get separated from your group, but to also fall flat on your face or bump into people constantly. Considering how dark Mayagüez can get at night, it’s especially important to check where you are and who you bump into at all times. The title for this one may sound cheesy, but it definitely stands true to the message. Also, there are clowns in the dark, and we don’t like clowns here.
Cheap jump scare, boo!
5. AVOID CLOWNS AT ALL COSTS.
SERIOUSLY, UGH. If you dress up as a clown (okay fine, you get a pass if you’re a cutesy clown), you need to go back home and evaluate your life choices. Seriously people: if you see a creepy clown, either report him or just steer clear. Believe me, with the recent clown epidemic, I’m sure you’re bound to see at least one around.
This is also unacceptable. Seriously, gross.