The Cinderella Pumpkin grew in time to be a part of Halloween festivities. October is my favorite month and offers lots to celebrate, a second planting in the garden; my wedding anniversary; special birthdays; preparations for Dia de Los Muertos; and of course Halloween. This year our block has a critical mass of young ones so they’ve organized to trick or treat. Past years have taken families elsewhere to less urban neighborhoods. We confirmed that parents were comfortable with homemade treats that are healthier and more creative. I am very excited to unveil my mini caramel apples, some crab apples, some tiny fujis from our garden. Though sweet, they are more fruit than candy (homemade caramel, thank you). We did not want kids to end up like our little pumpkin friend on our stoop.