Aisles of confectionery beckoned with their brightly colored labels, sheer heft (a pillow-sized bag of mini Snickers!) and that nostalgic, Willy Wonka-esque scent of sugar-driven mania. Then I looked at the prices and dropped the bag I was holding, almost injuring myself in the process. When did candy become as expensive as coffee? It's like they're trying to discourage a person from eating 15 pounds of assorted nougat.
I plan on spending Halloween indulging in the following festivities and tasty treats, a far better use of my money than a self-inflicted bellyache. My inner child and my discerning adult mind will both be pleased.
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