Balmy autumn night:
Halloween night in Terraville was a magical night of revelry and festiveness. As the sun began to set, intricate decorations filled the town. Every single home was decked out with pumpkins carved into various shapes, ghosts hanging from lampposts, cobwebs spread all over, and elaborate paper scarecrows placed around the town. The streets were lit up by candle-filled Jack-o-lanterns and bustling with costumed citizens who filled the streets with the air of excitement.
It was a balmy autumn night in the small town of Terraville. A cool breeze blew through the spooky abandoned park as the crescent moon shone brightly in the night sky like an all-seeing eye. All manner of creatures lurked in the shadows and the people of the town had all but forgotten the meaning of Halloween.
Just next door to the park, however, stands an old, weathered house. In the small house, lives a young family of three, a father and two daughters. The father, John, was a caring man who strived to make sure his daughters had the best childhood possible.
Every Halloween he would bring them to the park, telling them tales of the strange creatures that lived in the shadows, as well as stories of blood thirsty ghosts that roamed the area.
Tonight was no different as he helped his two mischievous daughters get ready for their Halloween adventures. John made sure that his girls were dressed from head to toe in costumes that blended in with the darkness and were safe from any potential danger.
He was sure to make sure that his girls had glow sticks and flashlights so that they could communicate with one another and see in the dark. He then warned them one last time about the perils that could be faced outside of their home.
John know his daughters were brave and determined, but that did not prevent him from worrying about them. He followed behind, always close enough to ensure their safety but far enough away to give them the freedom of exploration they desired.
They passed by a group of teens talking about a large figure walking along the ridge of the mountains that bordered the small town. Nobody could make out the silhouette, but they something heard terrifying noises coming from it and the group decided that it was best to move on. The girls were gripped with fear and curiosity, and wanted to know more.
John, seeing their curiosity, decided to heed the group’s warning and lead them on a different route, but also made sure to explain the fascinating history of Halloween and the origins of many of its customs. His daughters were fascinated and before long, the night came alive with the sound of laughter and tales of days gone by.
Eventually the family made their way back home and the night had passed without any scary encounters. The two daughters thanked their father for a fantastic Halloween night and soon fell asleep with vivid dreams of ghosts, witches and wonders.
John made sure that his daughters never forgot their Halloween adventures, even as they grew older, and above all he taught them the importance of staying safe and true to themselves.
Halloween night in Terraville was a night filled with joy, coming together and creativity. An encore of the same night is something all the locals look forward to every autumn. It is definitely something to behold, as the buzz around it never ceases to be magical.
Halloween night in Terraville continued to be a magical experience each year, as one day of exploration and wonder, enjoyed by all.
About the Creator
Dharu
Everything in life is writable about if you have the outgoing guts to do it, and the imagination to improvise. The worst enemy to creativity is self doubt.


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