HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
Drivers A herd of kids running from house to house can be stressful even for the best drivers. Driving carefully on the main roads and cautiously through neighborhoods can be one of the more vital choices you make that evening. Kids’ spirits are high, and it might be difficult for them to contain their excitement. Be extra vigilant for kids who might jump out in front of you by accident, and make eye contact with parents, kids, and teens before proceeding from a stop. Do not text and drive. Distracted driving can be dangerous, and it’s better to avoid any distractions while you’re behind the wheel. Also, exercising patience can be beneficial for you, other drivers, and pedestrians. Don’t pass stopped cars in the street, and make sure to use your turn signals.
Soon you’ll have witches, princesses, superheroes, and goblins roaming your streets. Whether you’re in a neighborhood or out on a main road, safety is critically important. There will be more pedestrians and drivers out on Halloween, so being extra attentive can help keep the night fun and entertaining for everyone. Trick or Treat! It’s important to know and understand the basic rules when you’re out on the street. Make sure that your trick-or-treater knows to look both ways before crossing the street and to use crosswalks and traffic signals. It can also help your family if you plan out where everyone will be throughout the night. If someone were to become separated, they can easily find you again, or, in case of an emergency, you’ll have a quick way to reach each other. Another essential factor is costume safety. Whether you’re buying or making the costume, make sure that it fits correctly on the child. A tight or loose outfit can impact movement and cause your child to trip and fall. It’s also a good idea to add reflective tape to the costume in order to stand out to passing cars.
With these tips in mind, everyone is sure to have a wonderfully spooky Halloween!
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HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS
Ingredients • 3 packages unflavored gelatin • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract • Powdered sugar, to coat
Directions 1. In a mixing bowl, combine gelatin and 1/2 cup cold water. Let sit while you make the syrup. 2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, syrup, salt, and 1/2 cup water until the sugar dissolves. 3. Raise heat to high and bring syrup up to 240 F, using a candy thermometer to check for temperature. 4. With an electric whisk on low speed, slowly whisk syrup into gelatin mixture. Switch speed to high and whip for 15 minutes, until very thick. Fold in vanilla after whipping. 5. Dust a nonmetal baking dish with powdered sugar and spoon mixture into dish. Smooth mixture, top with more powdered sugar, and let stand uncovered overnight. 6. Cut into squares, decorate, and serve. Inspired by foodnetwork.com
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