On this holiday, as I read my children's blogs about how they celebrated the day (Luke, what's up?), I think back to when they were children. I was the one that stayed home and gave out the candy and their dad went with them trick or treating.

Now, as they enjoy this time with their own children (at least my daughters, that is), I think I should have just left the bowl of candy on the front porch and accompanied them on their trick or treat adventure. Now that I'm a grandmother, I definitely would do that!

Why did it take me so long to give myself permission?