If there is one thing that I love more than bad jokes, it is Halloween. This is my favorite time of year. The weather is starting to cool off, the leaves are changing, and neighborhoods come together as little ghosts and goblins go door to door collecting treats. With all the kids and parents out this evening, it is important that we drive extra carefully.

Pay attention to kids. Children are unpredictable creatures in ideal conditions. Get them hopped up on Snickers and Skittles bars, and you never know what they will do (including darting out in front of your vehicle).

If you find yourself in a residential neighborhood this evening, SLOW DOWN. After you slow down, slow down some more. Once you think you are at a safe speed, slow down a little more. The little Frankensteins and Ninjas are thinking more about candy than they are about you and your vehicle.

Finally, park your phone. If you are rewatching videos of the Monster Mash on TikTok, you are not watching out for kids.

Maybe I will dress as a Scarecrow this year because of all my CORN-Y puns!

Happy Halloween!

Until next week, slow down, pay attention, wear your seatbelt, and drive safely.

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