For some of us it feels like forever since we’ve shaken off the cares and concerns that seem to be bearing down so heavily as we deal with the stress and concerns of dealing with the COVID pandemic, and then there is also the tension that accompanies yet another political season.

The local election is just around the corner, and the national mis-term election is coming up next year. The balance of power nationwide will be in play, and more than ever it seems as though so much will be at stake in that particular election cycle, no matter which side we align with.

But first comes an old friendly tradition: the celebration of Halloween. We are treated to the sights and sounds of kids dressing up and role playing, going door-to-door gather their sweets, and just plain having fun in the doing.

Grown-ups have their celebration traditions too. Maybe it would be smart to cut loose a little bit this time around – safely, of course. Let out a little steam and spend at least one day when we don’t quite take the world as seriously as we normally do. Somehow it seems like this just might be what we all need.

So, take this advice and join in with the kids a little. Wear a silly costume. Cut loose at a festive party. Be a kid again yourself, if only for this one day.

So far, it looks like the guidance concerning COVID-19 protection will allow us to participate in the festivities again this year.

So, let’s consider uniting for once, in the name of good clean fun. It couldn’t hurt, and it just might ease a few of those unwanted tensions.