Funny Hallowe'en safety tips

By at 9:01 am Tuesday, Oct 24

Merlin sez, "Many parents worry that Halloween -- while full of fun and frivolity -- can be a dangerous holiday if care is not taken. 5ives presents these simple tips for ensuring safe and healthy costumed begging for everyone."
1 For large groups of trick-or-treaters, always set at least one child ablaze, ensuring enough light that other children won’t trip over uneven pavement.

2 Only separate shards of X-Acto blades from rodent poison once you get home; doing so in the dark will lead to inevitable mixups and tummyaches for youngsters with allergies...

Link (Thanks, Merlin!)

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