“Gnome and elf and
fairy,
Witch and ghost make merry
On this last of dear October’s days.”
(Lettie C. Van Derveer)
Hello my lovely friends!
Here we are in the Halloween holiday season and for this Friday Funday let’s talk some scary facts. Let us know about things that happened to you during Halloween.
1. Back in the day, when I was a fifth-grade Pippi Longstocking wannabe, Halloween was everything. My sister and her best friend were my fairy godmothers, helping me transform into the freckle-faced, pigtail-sporting icon. We rigged up a wire contraption in my hair to give my braids that extra oomph. I rocked that costume so hard, I won our school's Halloween contest! The grand prize? A trip downtown for the citywide costume showdown. I didn't take home the trophy, but man, the memories were priceless.
2. I’m not a fan of giant faces staring down at me. You know, like those HUGE statues that think they're all that. The Statue of Liberty? Nah, I’m good with a view from the mainland, thanks. Remember that time we went to Mount Rushmore as kids? I was cool until we stumbled into that museum with a life-size model. Talk about a face-off I didn't need!
3. Speaking of towering terrors, when I was a kid, our local mall had a toy store that was a nightmare for me. Imagine this: a colossal, stuffed mouse, bigger than a person, looming over the entrance. It was a monster of plush, with beady eyes that seemed to follow you, and a tail that could probably trip a grown man. I’d do anything to avoid that store, from burying my face in my dad’s shoulder to full-on meltdowns. It was the stuff of childhood nightmares.
4. I'm a big fan of watching horror movies in complete darkness. It's like a rule: no lights, no matter who's watching with me. Especially those old classics – they just need that spooky ambiance.
The darkness amplifies the tension, makes the scares more gut-wrenching, and immerses you in the story. It's the only way to truly appreciate the genre.
5. I’m perfectly fine diving headfirst into the bloodiest slasher flicks without batting an eye. But the moment a character so much as nicks themselves with a knife, I’m squeamish. I don't know why, but the sight of a blade slicing through skin just grosses me out. All the other gruesome ways bad guys can meet their end are cool with me, but give me a knife-to-skin moment, and I’m out!
6. I’m a huge Stephen King fan and can’t get enough of his books. I’ve reread many of them countless times. Unfortunately, the movies often fall short for me. I remember reading Pet Sematary in middle school and absolutely loving it. When the movie came out in high school, a group of friends and I went to see it. Only three of us had actually read the book. Needless to say, we were disappointed by the movie. It felt like so much was missing, especially in terms of character development. Even though I’m not a big fan of the King movies, I still have quite a few of them, including some of the classic miniseries.
May this season be filled with haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and plenty of spooky surprises.
Thank you for stopping by…
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The books are usually better than the movies, no matter the genre. 🎃👻
ReplyDeleteHey Jeanne! Books often offer a richer experience than films, with deeper characters, intricate plots, and vivid descriptions. Readers can also interpret the story at their own pace, creating personal connections and insights that may be lost in a cinematic adaptation.
DeleteEnjoy your weekend! (((BIG HUGS)))
For me the huge disappointment was The Shining. I loved the book and hoped it would be nearly the same in the movie but really it really was nothing like it. I made a resolve there to stick with the books. Athough The Stand that came out on Prime video was actually so close to the book it was worth watching. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteHi Allie! I couldn't agree more about The Shining. The book was such a masterpiece, and the movie felt like a pale imitation. It's a shame when adaptations miss the mark so badly. I'm glad you found The Stand to be a faithful adaptation. It's a testament to how well-done adaptations can be when they're done right.
DeleteHave a great weekend yourself! (((BIG HUGS)))
So cool that your sister and her bestie helped you transform into Pippi Longstockings!
ReplyDeleteI cannot say I’d be a fan of a colossal stuffed mouse either!
LOL! Yes, dark is good for watching scary movies!
Enjoy this spooky season!
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HI Barb! Thanks! Pippi was my dream childhood self, so it was super fun to dress up as her. And yeah, that giant mouse was a little creepy!
DeleteYou're right, dark is definitely the way to go for scary movies. It adds to the suspense.
Have a fantastic weekend! (((BIG HUGS)))
On item #2, I agree. Some works of art are intended to be seen from afar, not up close!
ReplyDeleteAnd I love the Pippi Longstocking costume story!
Enjoy your Halloween spooky season, I know my DIL is doing it up right at their house (giant spider this year, and their foster child was helping put it up and animate it).
Hi Barb! That's a great point about some artworks being meant for distance viewing. It's interesting how perspective can change the way we appreciate art.
DeleteI'm glad you enjoyed the Pippi Longstocking story. It's always fun to hear about unique costume experiences.
Enjoy your Halloween season! A giant spider is a fantastic decoration. It's wonderful to see your DIL and her foster child working together on such a creative project.
Have an amazing day! (((BIG HUGS)))
It's Kathy. I think the books are almost always better than the movies. Movies leave so much out that our imaginations can create. I love that you won best costume for your portrayal of Pippi Longstocking. I think one of my children dressed up like that one year. I just have so few memories of Halloween. One year I worked in Admitting at our Children's Hospital and we were asked to dress up. I had an old formal so I dressed up as a Princess. I have to say, that was kind of fun!
ReplyDeleteHello Kathy! I couldn't agree more! Books are like a blank canvas for our imaginations, while movies paint a specific picture. It's wonderful that your child dressed up as Pippi Longstocking. She must have looked adorable!
DeleteHalloween in a children's hospital sounds like a unique experience. Dressing up as a princess for work must have been a fun way to brighten the day for the young patients. It's always heartwarming to hear stories about people using their creativity to bring joy to others.
Have a great weekend! (((BIG HUGS)))