She toldMailOnline, It puts a lot of unnecessary pressure on families in these already tough financial times.
Its another stress but for what reason?
It becomes a fashion show where kids compete with each other and wonder, Who wore the best shoes?
which is especially harmful when the cost-of-living crisis is considered.
She added, I hate Halloween.
I just think it encourages mixed messages and its a waste of money.
I cant stand it and think its stupid.
I have two children, who are grown up now and I have a grandchild, she said.
When my children were younger, I just told them, Its cold outside.
Do you really want to go?
They never went at all.
I never made a big thing of it.
I didnt ban it but I didnt encourage it either, and I didnt go on about it.
The kids love it and [its] a bit of fun before the start of a long winter.
Its just a bit of fun, you old grouch!
Others wrote that they hated the holiday, as well, saying it doesnt belong in this country.
I dislike Halloween too, a comment read.
I double-check Im not at home for the trick or treat pests.
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