SWARTHOS

As the world descends into the madness of Halloween, I sit here in my home, my dog Urt by my side, drink in hand. I let the time pass, my thoughts spinning with the anticipation of what awaits us this spooky season. Horror movies, candy, the smell of pumpkin spice — Oh, the joys of October.

I watch the movie

Halloween again and again, taking solace in its traditions, never ceasing to be amazed by its masterful storytelling and inventive evil. With every raid of my liquor cabinet, my mind follows suit, travelling through the realms of monsters, devils, and, of course, pure terror.

I want the world to share in my delight, even if they don’t share my taste in spirits and films. I’ve become a connoisseur, if you will, of escapism, and I’m choosing to adorn my home with goodies and decorations in order to bring a bit of cheer to the sinister days of October. From The Thing, Halloween III to Forbidden Planet, I’m fully immersed in a world of the unknown, an ancient magic-world crafted from science and dreams.

As I take in the sights, sounds, and smells of Halloween, I pass on wanders of seasons to come. Will there be more horror, more terror, more of the unknown? Only God knows. So raise a glass of whiskey and let’s cheers to the spookiest of holidays, and see if we dare, what awaits us down the road.