EtiQuette Q & A

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Question: Should I bring a host gift to Thanksgiving?

Answer: Yes! But think simple is better in this situation. Avoid bringing items that you would add to the Thanksgiving table, as the menu is already set and the tablescape designed. Things for the host to enjoy possibly afterward, like a specialty coffee, a cutting board, an apron, a holiday novel, or even a cookbook for your foodie enthusiasts. Avoid flowers that are not already arranged or any food addition that requires additional preparation.

Question: Do different colored trick or treat pumpkins signify anything?

Answer: Yes! Here is a list of some possible meanings.

If you see a teal pumpkin lit on a porch, may mean a home with food allergies and non-food options offered. Purple is someone who may have epilepsy or autism, and pink is breast cancer awareness. Of course, a child may be carrying this color because it matches their costume or it is their favorite color. But it is always good to be aware and prepared.