The number 13, why are we all fascinated and disturbed by this “unlucky” number. But where does this notion come from? I understand why the Chinese don’t like the number 4. It is a simple uncomplicated answer, 4 is similar to death in the Chinese language. I don’t think the dive into researching the numberContinue reading “October 13”
Category Archives: Happy Haunting
October 12
Trick or TREAT A big part of Halloween in the United States is trick or treating. We go all out with all kinds of treats to hand out to small little costumed kiddos. There are also a variety of Halloween themed food stuffs. Halloween cereal, Cheetos, bagels, donuts, cookies, etc. As kids in America itContinue reading “October 12”
October 11
Around Town- This season is so fun. We get to see bits of creepy cuteness and spookiness all around town. Chiropractor, hair saloon, bakery and a random house.
October 10
A Place to Scare: Cursed Creek Cursed Creek is in Burbank, Ca. It is a fundraising event for BCR-A Place to Grow, which provides services for children and adults with development and intellectual disabilities. Fun walk-through with interactive “rooms” instead of the typical jump scares. Clever and fun. They also have a tarot card reader.Continue reading “October 10”
October 9
Toys- Collectible figures Found my way into toy figures through many Los Angeles iconic stores. Giant Robot is probably my most frequented location, but Meltdown Comics (RIP) and Soapplant/Wacko are/were visited often. San Diego Comic Con was also another regular for buying one of kind pieces produced exclusively for the show (my fire Tobies fromContinue reading “October 9”
October 8
Second in the Haunting series- The Haunting of Bly Manor is a ghostly tale. Told by a narrator at a dinner party, prior to a wedding. She says it isn’t her story, but in the end it is her story to share about a family that has moved on and some that couldn’t. The 1980’sContinue reading “October 8”
October 7
First Horror Movie- this 3:18 second horror movie The House of the Devil first aired in 1896. It is a silent film with a musical score. This is the beginning of many Horror film tropes…. Bat turning into human, witches, skeletons, ghosts and overall feeling of the house being haunted. To the modern viewer, theContinue reading “October 7”
October 6
Creepy, Spooky Artists chapter 1 Gary Baseman is one of my favorite artists. His juxtaposition of cute and creepy is playful and disturbing at the same time. His personal stories are touching and give you an insight into his caring soul. As a costume designer, I have always wished to see the character costumes thatContinue reading “October 6”
October 5
Netflix and thrill part 2 Last post was focused on series on Netflix,,, this time there are some movies to catch during this wonderful haunted season. Below are some options from various spooky genre. Fund kids movie, comedy horror, and classic creepy horror. Watch with the lights off.
October 4
Netflix and thrill. This well known streaming platform has too many great horror, true crime, magical, odd and unusual series and movies- for this, Halloween, the best season of the year- to name them all! (but of course we watch them all year round!) There are, of course, the new mainstream options like Midnight Man,Continue reading “October 4”