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what excitement, picking out a costume! Who would I be this year?!
Would I be Batman, it was the hottest TV show?! Decisions, decisions,
decisions...
Would I be Batman, Superman, my favorite cowboy, or
Robin Hood? I couldn't wait to go door-to-door shouting "Trick or
Treat"--the streets would be swarming with children masquerading
in every imaginable character or creature.
The neighborhood houses were decorated with images of
witches, devils, skeletons, ghosts, cobwebs, black cats, and
jack-o-lanterns. The eerier the house, the better--Halloween was
finally here!
I can still remember the fun and joy, even though it
was 30 years ago. In many ways, things haven't changed much since the
'60s--the popular costumes might have changed (Pokemon, Digimon, and
DragonBall Z), yet the excitement is still the same.
However, with violent crimes sweeping the nation, it
is to no surprise that each year more and more parents are hesitant in
allowing their children to go into the streets.
Luckily the children and parents of the Doral
community have a safe alternative. Three years ago Metro Life Worship
Center began a Doral tradition with the creation of their Halloween
Festival and this year it will be bigger and better than ever.
It will be held at the parking lot of the Metro Life
Worship Center with a night full of rides, food, game booths, raffles,
and top-notch entertainment. This year some of the prizes will be
scooters, game boys, and kung-fu classes.
Invited again this year will be the Metro Life band
and Anta's Fitness and Self Defense, and as an added attraction, the
Doral Academy's cheerleaders will introduce Anta's Next Generation
Demo Team's new show "TV Land Review".
For more information call Metro Life Worship Center at
305 592 5100.
For those brave ones who still want to "Trick or
Treat" make sure your children follow these Halloween Safety
Tips.
1. Plan your route with your family ahead of time.
Pick streets that are well lit.
2. Try to Trick or Treat while it is still light outside.
3. Wear a costume that makes it easy for you to walk.
4. Carry a flashlight and try to use retro reflective tape on your
costume so you can be seen easily.
5. If there is no sidewalk, walk with the road to the right.
6. Never go inside a stranger's house to receive candy while Trick or
Treating.
7. A facemask can keep you from seeing well. Try using face make-up
instead. If you must wear a mask, take it off before crossing the
street.
8. Trick or Treat with a parent, big brother or big sister, or with a
group of children.
9. Cross street at corners and resist the urge to cross between parked
cars.
10. Wait until you get home to sort, check, and eat your treats.
Have a fun--and safe--Halloween!
Julio G. Anta is certified Black Belt in Kung-Fu and
Fitness Kickboxing instructor at the Doral Park Country Club and Doral
Academy Charter School. For any questions or information, feel free to
contact him at 305 599 3649 or e-mail at FitDef@AOL.com.
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