Meijer is recalling about 8,600 projector flashlights because the flashlight can overheat and melt the plastic handle, posing a burn risk to the user. The projector is a flashlight with cap that holds special lenses to project messages and images on walls or other surfaces. It was sold at Meijer... Read more →
Ghosts and goblins will soon be knocking on your door. However, these days, it’s probably superheroes, princesses, witches, vampires, and zombies. Be sure the front of your house is lighted and doesn’t have any items in your driveway or on your doorstep that children could trip over. And, remember not... Read more →
When my kids were young, I always enjoyed decorating cakes with them. Today, my daughter sent me the photo above of cupcakes she made with her kids. What fun. Their friends joined them for an impromptu decorating party. Now, they have a great treat for Halloween. My daughter said the... Read more →
Photo: Goodwill Industries More than two-thirds of those celebrating Halloween will buy Halloween costumes for the holiday, according to National Retail Federation’s survey. That’s the most in the survey’s 11-year history. The average person will spend $77.52 this Halloween, compared to $75.03 last year. Total spending on Halloween this year... Read more →
If you and your kids will be carving a pumpkim for Halloween, be sure to get a pumpkin carving kit. They aren't expensive and are much safer than trying to use a knife, sharp or otherwise, to do the job. For other tips on pumpkin carving, see my article "How... Read more →
In addition to getting free treats at your neighbors, you can get free food and deals from participating businesses. Offers.com found five Halloween freebies and deals for you and your family to enjoy: Chipotle: $3 Bowels, Burritos, Salad, or Taco Order – Show up in costume to any participating Chipotle... Read more →
Recently, a couple of semi trucks jackknifed in Seattle, causing traffic jams during heavy rainstorms. It prompted a state highway official to advise drivers to stay away from trucks during rainstorms because they spray so much water it’s difficult for drivers to see. Good advice. If you can’t pass safely,... Read more →
Photo: Goodwill Two out of five adults plan to attend or host a Halloween party this year. Period parties – the 1920s, 50s, 60s, or 80s – and theme parties – Game of Thrones, zombies, or superheroes – are drawing interest this year. The most popular costumes, according to a... Read more →
A friend said she'd be coming over to pick up a disk with photos and video I took at a recent meeting. She kept getting delayed, and finally, it was dark. Since I hadn't replaced my burned out lightbulbs for several months, I decided I go out and do it... Read more →
Meryl Baer of Six Decades and Counting is the host for this week’s Best of Boomer Blogs #379. As Halloween approaches, boomer bloggers are writing about the experience of being alive. Topics include: When was the last time you felt passionately alive. The finances of seniors on Social Security. What... Read more →