janie48 Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 back in the old days, if a woman spoke her mind (not what the male was thinking) she was classed as a witch and burned at the stake, i may be wrong. isnt that why its celebrated? its not an american thing is it? it may have its origins in paganism i'm not sure, but the event as it is now is american.and nothing much good comes from there. why do we always have to copy the american way anyway.why can't we be more original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I love Halloween, for it's true reasons, pagan new year, am holding a doggy Halloween party this year too So all your dogs are getting dressed up then? Vampire Dogs eh? Sorry, I know the Mods don't like it when I'm pedantic but I couldn't resist! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy Jnr Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 You're not alone. More imported claptrap from the USA, designed to take money from the less imaginative members of society. Trick or treat has its origins in Europe, it was exported to the yanks and now their selling it back to us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gormenghast Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 No I dont think. I'm not a member of the sackcloth and ashes brigade Neither am I, but I can see through the pernicious use of supposed festivals to extract even more money out of people. And the peer pressure that is generated amongst vulnerable people and their children. Why not spend money on enjoyment all year round, instead of following the herd because 'it's what you have to do.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 it may have its origins in paganism i'm not sure, but the event as it is now is american.and nothing much good comes from there. why do we always have to copy the american way anyway.why can't we be more original. It all started at the Salem Witch Trials in Salem, Massachussets some time in the mid 16th Century iirc, it's all on the Wikipedia link I posted on the first page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joiner andy Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 it may have its origins in paganism i'm not sure, but the event as it is now is american.and nothing much good comes from there. why do we always have to copy the american way anyway.why can't we be more original. i am lass! agree with you tho, most people just follow suit like sheep. let em get on with it, it keeps em happy:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peppercorn Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Halloween or Samhain is my new year It is a lovely pagan tradition and its true meaning is lost nowadays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janie48 Posted October 29, 2011 Author Share Posted October 29, 2011 Neither am I, but I can see through the pernicious use of supposed festivals to extract even more money out of people. And the peer pressure that is generated amongst vulnerable people and their children. Why not spend money on enjoyment all year round, instead of following the herd because 'it's what you have to do.' couldn't agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Neither am I, but I can see through the pernicious use of supposed festivals to extract even more money out of people. And the peer pressure that is generated amongst vulnerable people and their children. Why not spend money on enjoyment all year round, instead of following the herd because 'it's what you have to do.' I don't think young children have much of a concept of 'following the herd'. If they're excited about a time when you get to dress up and have fun, much like Christmas, then it seems rather harsh to deprive them of the chance to carve a pumpkin and chuck around the fake blood just because, as an adult, you object to commercialization. Besides, you could always make your own traditions to supplement or replace the ones you're not keen on: tell spooky tales, bake some bat-shaped gingerbread biscuits, do some face painting... it's an opportunity for children to be creative with a theme, and that's always a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twibstix Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 So all your dogs are getting dressed up then? Vampire Dogs eh? Sorry, I know the Mods don't like it when I'm pedantic but I couldn't resist! All 11 of ours have outfits, the rooms are decorated, the food is bought, the games are devised, over 30 dogs coming, most will be dressed up, as well as the people, say what you like, it won't bother me, we intend to have fun on Monday. And i will then be giving my own thanks later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.