CLAD in masks and bizarre outfits, the trick-or-treaters who appear on doorsteps at Halloween unintentionally frighten many people, especially the elderly.
They also put themselves at risk of injury or worse by wandering the streets after dark.
These youngsters are only having fun, of course.
It is not so different from the old days when virtually every child created a Guy Fawkes effigy and begged for money for fireworks on the streets.
Nevertheless, the alarm trick-or-treaters can cause is real. Likewise the danger they themselves face.
So top marks to police and church leaders in the Quinton area for coming up with an imaginative scheme to try to solve the problem.
They have devised an orienteering exercise for children on Halloween to try to divert them away from trick-or-treating.
This is a sensible idea to tackle what many consider unacceptable behaviour and should remind us that the stick of punishment is not always the answer.
Comments (18)
Good post, is it okay if I copy a link on my website to this page?
Posted by Becky Peirson | December 2, 2009 10:48 PM
Posted on December 2, 2009 22:48
May I congratulate you on your masterful post.You have made my day and gained a new subscriber. in comparison to most posts on the web this is a rare find, I am very glad that I found your post. I shall be linking to this on all my blogs.
Posted by SHOES INSOLES | December 22, 2009 4:05 PM
Posted on December 22, 2009 16:05
May I congratulate you on this Fantastic article.You have won me over and gained a new subscriber. Compared to many of the posts on the world wide web this is a rare find, I am delighted that I came upon your post. I will be linking to this from all my blogs.
Posted by SHOES INSOLES | December 22, 2009 4:59 PM
Posted on December 22, 2009 16:59
This is my first time i visit here. I found so many interesting stuff in your blog especially its discussion. From the tons of comments on your articles, I guess I am not the only one having all the enjoyment here! keep up the good work.
Posted by Willow Lovfald | January 5, 2010 7:42 AM
Posted on January 5, 2010 07:42
Hi, thanks for this great post, a really great opening to the 2010, keep up the wonderful work, Tonia.
Posted by SHOES INSOLES | January 6, 2010 5:43 PM
Posted on January 6, 2010 17:43
Hello there, thank you for this fantastic blog, a truly great beginning to the 2010, keep up the great work, Tonia.
Posted by Shoes Insoles | January 7, 2010 2:31 AM
Posted on January 7, 2010 02:31
Hi there, cheers for the wonderful blog, a truly great opening for the new year, keep up the wonderful work, Louise.
Posted by Shoes Insoles | January 7, 2010 4:03 AM
Posted on January 7, 2010 04:03
Nice one, there are actually some worthwhile points on here some of my friends might find this useful, I will send a link, thank you.
Posted by Shoes Insoles | January 7, 2010 5:01 AM
Posted on January 7, 2010 05:01
Cool, there are actually some good facts on this post some of my readers may find this worthwhile, will send them a link, many thanks.
Posted by Push Up Bras | January 7, 2010 7:18 PM
Posted on January 7, 2010 19:18
Cool, there is actually some great points on this blog some of my readers may find this useful, I must send them a link, thanks.
Posted by Bra | January 8, 2010 1:53 AM
Posted on January 8, 2010 01:53
Cool, there is actually some good points on this blog some of my subscribers may find this relevant, I will send a link, thanks.
Posted by Bras | January 8, 2010 4:39 AM
Posted on January 8, 2010 04:39
height insoles are wedge-shaped blocks which are placed in the heel part of a shoe, with the purpose of adding elevation beneath one or both feet for therapeutic purposes. People who endure foot pain whilst wearing shoes for a long time. Shoe lifts can alleviate pain. height insoles are also perfect for those who desire to increase their height.
Posted by HEEL LIFTS | February 1, 2010 11:12 PM
Posted on February 1, 2010 23:12
Heel lifts are wedge-shaped blocks which slip in the heel portion of a shoe, with the intention of adding elevation under one or both feet for therapeutic reasons. Those who suffer foot pain from wearing shoes for an extended time. Heel lifts can alleviate suffering. Shoe lifts are also great for people who would like to increase their height.
Posted by HEIGHT INSOLES | February 2, 2010 3:52 AM
Posted on February 2, 2010 03:52
I believe most people would agree with your post. I am going to bookmark this web site so I can come back and read more posts. Keep up the great work!
Posted by jillian michaels diet | March 5, 2010 2:16 AM
Posted on March 5, 2010 02:16
Excellent new material as usual, thanks!
Posted by jillian michaels diet | March 5, 2010 2:27 AM
Posted on March 5, 2010 02:27
Excellent post as usual, thanks!
Posted by jillian michaels diet | March 5, 2010 5:17 AM
Posted on March 5, 2010 05:17
It’s hard to find knowledgeable writers on this topic, but you seem like you know what you’re talking about! Thanks.
Posted by jillian michaels diet | March 5, 2010 5:20 AM
Posted on March 5, 2010 05:20
Excellent article as usual, thanks!
Posted by jillian michaels diet | March 5, 2010 5:45 AM
Posted on March 5, 2010 05:45