When my daughter-in-law Blythe turned me into the neighborhood villain with Halloween decorations that resembled me as a witch, I decided to respond with kindness.
Rather than confront her, I decorated my yard with friendly pumpkins, cheerful ghosts, and a candy station with warm cider and pumpkin painting for kids. On Halloween, I dressed as a fairy godmother and welcomed the children with goodies and magic tricks, creating a joyful atmosphere that drew them away from Blythe’s spooky setup.
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