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by Big_Guh » Fri Nov 02, 2012 2:03 am
I know exactly what you mean, as I always, inevitably endure a case of the Post-Halloween Blues. I dread taking my decorations down, not because of the work involved (well, that too), but I sincerely miss the vibes they evoke around my home.
Beginning in mid-late September, there just seems to be an ever-building sense of mystique and magic in the cooling Autumn air, that culminates on October 31st.
To me, such spooky, enigmatic excitement is exclusively palpable throughout the fall, and sort of extinguishes itself with the passing of Halloween, like a candle, at the end of the night, within a jack o lantern.
Over the course of my life, I've grown ever more connected with life's simple pleasures, such as the intangible feeling of the season. Halloween is nostalgia as it conjures wonderful images from days long past, while simultaneously providing endless opportunities for the construction of brand, spanking new, unforgettable experiences (such as new haunts, decorations, parties, invaluable times spent with family/friends etc).
I tremendously miss the magic when its over, and honestly feel a bit down when I realize how many days must pass before I can experience the aura of Halloween once more. It feels akin to returning home, to daily routine, from an amazing vacation.
Our time here is fleeting, however, and there are countless other items in life to turn our attention to, and to be excited about.
With that said, however, even in the depths of winter, or during full blossom of spring, or while floating upon the dog days of summer, Halloween is ALWAYS just beneath the surface in my world.
I'm doing my best to embrace the old addage, "Don't frown because its over, smile because it happened" and apply it to my life.
Easier said than done when it comes to Halloween coming and going as quickly as it does.
THe funny thing is, I explicitly remember posting thoughts similar to these in years past, which seem like hardly any time ago...
Sorry for rambling, guys. Hope everyone had a great Halloween!