About Fatherhood: Planning for Halloween

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Fatherhood Fatherhood Raising Kids Support for You Divorced Dads From Wayne Parker, your Guide to Fatherhood Just about two weeks away now from Halloween, and it is time to get started planning. Julie and I went yesterday to the neighbor's pumpkin patch to buy pumpkins for decorating. So, if you are thinking about a party, costumes or carving pumpkins, now is the time to get into gear. Easy and Awesome Pumpkin Carving Patterns I love carving a Halloween pumpkin with the kids that all the neighbors talk about. I'm not into the usual "triangles for eyes and nose and toothless grin" kind of pumpkin. But I am also not a tremendously talented carver. So, I like to use patterns that can be transferred to the pumpkin and then use that pattern to guide the knife. See More About:  halloween  fall activities  pumpkin carving Halloween Costume Ideas for Dads and Kids Coming up with a Halloween costume can be tricky, especially without spending a lot of money. Our About.com guides have come up with literally hundreds of costumes you can make at home. With a little creativity and a little time, you can find and make a great costume for and with your kids. See More About:  halloween  fall activities  Great Halloween Recipes for Dads and Kids Halloween is a favorite holiday for many dads. It is a little spooky and a time for lots of fun. Here are some easy and delicious recipes that you can make with your kids to add a little variety to your Halloween celebrations. See More About:  recipes  halloween  Hosting a Halloween Party for Kids Fathers are in a unique position to create fun and scary Halloween parties for kids. Get some tips for planning your family's own Halloween party for your kids and their friends. See More About:  halloween  halloween parties  kids and halloween Fatherhood Ads Halloween Fun Halloween Ideas Kids on Halloween Decor for Halloween Halloween Clip Art Featured Articles Wives and Mothers Disciplining for Dads Technology for Fathers Ages and Stages of Children Finances for Fathers and Families Work Life Balance   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More> This newsletter is written by: Wayne Parker Fatherhood Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fatherhood newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Power Principles for Fathers 411 for New Dads Expectant Dads 101 How to Balance Life and Work Succeeding as a Divorced Dad Advertisement