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A Book for Uncertain Times!

“Global Common Cents” by Jeffrey H. Corbett “How to Achieve Successful Cross-Border Business Structuring For Profit & Asset Protection” Click on Image for Free Book! About the Author: Jeff Corbett is an entrepreneur, author, and magazine publisher with extensive experience in the global marketplace.  He remains an unwavering advocate for international business and personal freedoms.  […]

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13 Historic Haunted Houses

Some fun ideas.   ——- Haunted houses can provide some interesting insight into history while also satisfying Halloween lovers’ need to be scared out of their wits. The following are a handful of locations that may not be for the feint of heart. “House of Death,” New York City: Located in the picturesque West Village neighborhood […]

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Know Your “Jack-O’-Lantern”

Time for pumpkin carving.  ——- The toothy grins of jack-o’-lanterns are as much a part of Halloween as candy corn and costumes. Even though these carved pumpkins have become synonymous with Halloween, the festive gourds weren’t always tied to the October holiday. The history behind jack-o’-lanterns is not entirely known and there are multiple origin […]

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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

An Autumn treat.   ——- Carving jack-o’-lanterns is a Halloween tradition that both adults and children enjoy. It’s hard to resist an opportunity to carve a funny or scary face into a pumpkin that will soon make its way to the front porch, but there’s another irresistible element to carving pumpkins as well. Roasted pumpkin seeds make […]

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Healthy Halloween Snacks

Is it possible to escape sugar overload?  ——- Candy is everywhere come Halloween. The National Confectioners’ Association reports that Halloween is the largest confectionary holiday, followed by Easter and Christmas. The National Retail Federation and NCA indicate the average American consumes 3.4 pounds of candy around Halloween, and 600 million pounds of candy are purchased […]

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The Five Best US Towns to Move to If Your Love Halloween!

by Morayma MaKay Corporate Relocation Consultant & Coach Get-Ready-Set-Move   Halloween destinations.  ——- If you’re someone who looks forward to Halloween all year long—the spooky decorations, the haunted houses, the crisp fall air, and pumpkin everything—choosing a place to live where the spirit of Halloween thrives might be on your radar. Some towns in the U.S. go […]

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Why Do We Say Trick or Treat?

Would you go souling?   ——- Kids and adults alike cry out “trick or treat” at each house they visit. Many utter this familiar phrase without a second thought and may have no idea how this familiar custom came to be. During the Middle Ages, less fortunate individuals would go “souling,” which was a process of […]

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The True Story of Count Dracula  

A famed mythical character who was real.   ——- The image of a menacing yet somewhat alluring man with canines piercing the neck of an unsuspecting victim has been circulating for more than 100 years, and is believed to have evolved from ancient Romanian folklore. Count Dracula, a mythical, blood-sucking undead creature, is based on a […]

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Oldest Halloween Traditions

Halloween is an ancient celebration that can be traced through many cultures.    ——- As with many celebrations, Halloween is steeped in traditions – many of which can be traced back quite some time. Since Halloween is believed to have originated from Celtic pagan, ancient Roman and early Christian events, its traditions are varied. The […]

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Big Business & Halloween 2024!

by Jeffrey H. Corbett Entrepreneur & Author JeffCorbett.com Once the domain of kids, it is now very, very big business!   ——- Happy Halloween and Business is Booming! The National Retail Federation’s annual Halloween consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics revealed that total Halloween spending in 2024 is expected to reach $11.6 billion. Are you cashing in […]

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