Halloween Changed

A princess dressed up in lace with a crown Cowboys, their toy guns in holsters abound White painted faces dressed up like a clown Supermen with their capes flying all ‘round They travelled thru the streets without a care Gathering treats from houses in a row Trusting their neighbors, no harm to ensnare Simpler times replaced, now nowhere to go They must visit safe houses for their fun Too dangerous to wander aimlessly Safe treats must be approved by everyone There’ll be no more malicious trickery. When did a cute costume filled atmosphere Become a disturbing night full of fear? 10/20/16