Halloween 2009

Last year, on a road trip to visit a friend in Maine, I accidentally came across the wonder that is Salem, Massachusetts. And on, of all days...Halloween!! Not only is this town naturally and historically beautiful, but the people of the community are very warming and inviting. The experience I had last year automatically made me want to come back again for the next Halloween! From my first visit alone, I knew it was a place I could live. (Despite the fact that I swore I would never live somewhere colder than where I am now!!) Between the scenery and the friendly faces, I fell in love. I had the chance to meet some really great people from the area. All of which said that they were very happy with where they are living and had no thoughts of leaving.




This year I actually had more time to really experience the whole town and it's attractions. I was able to sit back and take the time to really observe the people and their interactions. A whole town devoted to embracing the tourists and showing them a good time! There are street performances from local people showing off their talents. There are live witch trials, where you'll most likely see a young peasant woman running through the town square. Chased by the angry mob chanting "witch" at her.



There are a large number of people who get dressed up to wander the streets in their costumes adding to the festivities. Many getting stopped and asked to pose for a picture. Everyone of all ages, young and old, getting together to openly enjoy the one day when everyone is able to be as unique as they want. It's true when they say that Salem is the party central for Halloween!!




Again this year I had lunch at the Salem Beer Works. A must do whenever visiting Salem. They have a variety of their own blends of beers, which I'm still working my way through. And the food...delicious! I had a Red Snapper salad that made my mouth water! I almost made myself sick trying to finish it. I just couldn't stop. lol Best of all, was that we were greeted with the familiar bright smile from the same bartender as last year. This year she was a little too busy to sit and talk with us again, but I gotta say...this chick rocks!





Another Halloween, come and gone. I thank the community of Salem, Massachusetts for once again putting on a wonderful performance and opening yourselves and your town to the adventurers seeking a little fun and excitement on such a spirited day. Until next year...




xo