A fire in the future

I can't imagine a Halloween without a bonfire, and neither should you. Please come to ours. This year it's the last Saturday in October, as always. Friends and loved ones are invited, as always.

Need an engraved invitation? How's this:

Mungo is in charge of the tricks and Mistress Mungo is in charge of the treats. That's not to say she doesn't have a couple of tricks herself.

Chances are, if you're reading this, you know where the celebration takes place. If not, email us at samhainfire@live.com. The fun starts around 8 p.m. Don't be too late or you could miss out on some pretty strange stuff.

Costumes are encouraged. Come dressed as you like. Say something with your clothes. Say nothing. But whatever you do, dress for the outdoors. In the past twenty years we've had every kind of weather short of sunshine. Also be aware, whatever you wear will end up smelling like bonfire.

Besides your merry self, bring your intoxicants of choice, a musical instrument if you'd like, anything you want to throw into the fire.

Unfortunately, this year we have to enforce a policy of no pets. We have close friends who are pets, so we realize that this might seem unfair. But at night our area is unsuitable for pets if they are not closely supervised. We actually have had a large coyote wander through the back yard during a Samhain celebration. Even if your pet is coyote-proof, bringing him or her wouldn't be fair to people who leave their pets at home.

We'll be looking for each and every one of you October 29.