Two years ago today we were clobbered with Hurricane Sandy. Some were devastated and some escaped without any damage.

Slowly the stories were being shared of everyone’s experience. We lost power for over a week yet we were able to use our grill outside for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Making dinner inside, with a ton of candles lit around the kitchen, was a race against the darkness as dusk arrived each evening.

stormy weather

This blog began weeks before Hurricane Sandy and this post from early on explains the experience.

Everyone welcomed the trick-or-treaters in their costumes that year as something light and happy to think about for a change.

Be sure and check out my latest post for Parade about Halloween treats and what to do with leftovers.

http://parade.condenast.com/350247/aliceknisleymatthias-2/halloween-treats-and-leftover-ideas/

Have fun and boo!