Asher is at prime trick-or-treating age, so today we'll be attending our neighborhood's outrageously fun Halloween parade, followed by a quick bite to refuel, and then going door-to-door as long as our legs will take us. I have gotten into the habit of being the "chaperone dad" for Asher and his friends, going around with flashlights, making sure everyone gets across streets safely, and saying hi to other haggard dad neighbors along the way.
I wonder if, as soon as next year, he's still into trick-or-treating but wants to go around with his friends without parental accompaniment. Which is followed not long after not wanting to trick-or-treat anymore but still wanting to around with his friends, this time to parties and maybe with a little romance in mind. Which means that, since Asher is our youngest, we are nearing the end of a cherished childhood milestone activity. So you'll excuse me if, tonight, I take a few extra pics and wipe away a few tears.
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