9 Things Only People Who Love Halloween Understand

It's not just a holiday, it's a way of life.

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1. Halloween is a whole season, not just one night. The average person only celebrates this ancient holiday on October 31st. But you know it deserves a much more recognition than that, so you break out those faux spider webs, skulls, and black candles as soon as the temperature dips below 80 degrees.

2. Pumpkins are made for jack-o'-lanterns, not lattes. Sorry basics, but true Halloween enthusiasts knows that these orange gourds are intended to be carved into spooky faces. May we suggest a vanilla latte instead?

3. When it comes to holiday movies, Halloween reigns supreme. You can keep your light-hearted family-friendly Christmas films. We'd much rather spend our nights getting spooked by classics like "Carrie," "Psycho," "Scream," and "Friday the 13th." Even kid-approved Halloween flicks are unbeatable. Think, "Hocus Pocus" and "Halloweentown."


4. It's the only time your macabre interests are appreciated. Bringing up murder mansions, or real-life hauntings any other time of the year gets you nothing but slightly concerned stares. Come Halloween, however, everyone is ready to go down the scariest of rabbit holes. 

5. Coming up with your costume is almost as much fun as actually wearing it. You spend months mulling over your options, deciding on a different costume almost every day, but you wouldn't have it any other way. And once you do figure out what you'll be, you count down the days until you get to wear it and impress all your friends.


6. You could throw together a legit haunted house with no effort. With the various skeletons, faux body parts and soundtracks of frightening sounds you already own, opening a seasonal attraction would be a breeze. But you'd much rather keep your appreciation for the holiday away from the masses...it just means too much.

7. Babies/Animals in costumes > everything else. There really isn't anything cuter than small children or puppies decked out in miniature versions of your favorite costumes. 


8. Group costumes are the best way to bond. Whether you're looking to get a little closer to a significant other or your group of besties, coming together in solidarity to create the perfect costume is the ultimate #squadgoals.

9. Your inner child can't get enough. A holiday dedicated to consuming mass amounts of candy, playing dress up, and getting scared for fun is without a doubt the most fun way to stay connected to your youth.


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