We bought these two grinning gourdes to replace older, beloved Halloween decorations that we thought we had lost or discarded (much to our relief we found them later–YAY!). These new ones were so cute that we just had to keep them; they make a great addition to our collection. I christened the one on theContinue reading “Gordie and How”
Tag Archives: Jack-o’-lantern
In Anticipation
Our jack-o’-lantern buddies are aglow with excitement for Halloween to arrive. I must admit, I, too, am just a little excited; well, maybe more than just a little. #Halloween #jackolantern #excited
Jack-o’-Lantern
Another Halloween decoration reminds me of one of my favorate tales of the origin of the Jack-o’-lantern. That story goes that a mischevious fellow named Jack finally died and was sent to his eternal reward. Unfortunately, his shenanigans precluded entry into heaven. Furthermore, his practical jokes on the Devil made him not welcome in theContinue reading “Jack-o’-Lantern”
Two Happy
This Halloween gourd, with its Jack-o’-lantern faces, joined our family about 20 years ago when we moved to Florida. It added smiles to our faces amid the confusion accompanying the recent move and continues to do so to this day. #jack-0′-lantern #halloween #florida #gourd
