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HOTH — There’s a reason people love fall.
The air is cool and crisp and orange and yellow leaves crunch underfoot when you go apple picking in a well-lit orchard. Well, I’ve never done that, but Instagram makes it seem like a common occurrence.
I love fall because it was back-to-school season (yes, I’m that person) and because of Halloween. I’ve always loved dressing up.
I’ve gone as Lieutenant Dan from “Forrest Gump” and even hand-sewn a costume version of one of those wacky inflatable tube men that get placed outside of used car dealerships. I like making people laugh, pumpkin carving and hot cider, so why wouldn’t I love the time of year when all those things converge?
As a person who handmakes a lot of costumes this time of year, I appreciate this video posted by clint case on YouTube of a little boy dressed up as Luke Skywalker riding a Tauntaun. Featured in “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” on the planet Hoth, Tauntauns are actually snow lizards (go figure) that members of the Rebel Alliance rode around on during patrols.
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If you need inspiration to win best-decorated home in the neighborhood, look no further than this video.One lucky little boy had one singularly incredible Star Wars costume handmade for him, complete with a wrist communication system and an only slightly wonky Tauntaun.
It reminds me of the Millennium Falcon a Sandy family made for their son last year.
Bottom line, Halloween is great and costumes are fun. What’s your favorite costume you’ve ever had?
