Walking around in this costume was becoming more and more unbearable by the minute. It was Halloween night, and I frivolously made the subconscious decision to go as a mummy. That was my bad on my end, however, now I was stuck waddling around all night. Chad, Maggie, Sophie, and Jack were already ahead of me and the night had just begun. I had a bad feeling about what the night had in store for us, little did I know just how bad things would turn out…
“You guys are so slow! Come on!” Chad roared.
“We’re not slow, you’re just going too fast,” Maggie snapped. I’d always had a feeling that Maggie and Chad had a crush on each other. I don’t even know why, I mean, doesn’t Chad know the code? Girls have cooties! I gave Chad a devilish smirk and watched as his cheeks flashed a bright hue of red.
“You know what would be fun? If we gave the old Harvey House a visit!” Jack ambitiously called out. The Harvey House was a huge mansion just around the end of our block. Nobody dared even get within seven feet of it. I would have never said it aloud due to the embarrassment, but the last thing I wanted was to get abducted by a hungry vampire or a deranged ghost.
“I’ll bet all of my Halloween candy that if we visited the house, Jack would be the first one sprinting down the block in terror,” Sophie said between giggles. It was true, Jack was all talk. He puts up a facade that he’s all tough, but we all know that he’s secretly a scaredy-cat through and through.
“You know what? Let’s do it,” Chad agreed. “What do we have to lose?”
“I’m in if you are,” Sophie added. “Come on, Mags! You too, Logan!”
“I guess I’m in too,” Maggie said hesitantly. “If I’m going, Logan has to go!”
“I- Alright, I g-guess I’ll go t-too,” I stuttered. “But, the minute something weird happens, we’re leaving.”
“Deal,” Jack muttered. It was official; We were visiting the Harvey House. Oh my gosh, we were visiting the Harvey House! We made a beeline towards the house. Looking back, I remember a stern feeling in my gut. As we approached the house, a grim wave of panic came over me. What’s the worst that could happen, I thought. If only I had known how bad things could get…
Hi Mariam!
This is Arantza, from Barcelona. I’m a commenter for the SBC and an English teacher in a primary school. I have enjoyed very much the beggining of your horror short story (I want to know what happens netx), and I think your image is very appropriated. How did you make it? Which tool did you use? I also enjoyed the video in your previous post explaining how to comment (I needed the earphones indeed). Here, we are also getting prepared for Halloween, it seems you love this holiday, don’t you?
Keep blogging fun stuff and enjoying! Happy Halloween week!
Hi Arantza!
Oh my gosh! I think it’s super cool that you’re from Barcelona! I’ve always wanted to visit! Thank you so much for your amazing comment. This week in class, we were learning about copyright and how to avoid infringement. We chose photos through a website that is protected by copyright. All of the photos on the website were safe to use! To get into the true spooky season mood, I decided to write a short story! And, you’re totally right, I DO love Halloween. The overall vibe of the holiday is just so exciting and fun. Also, thank you for listening to my commenting video. I hope the ASMR wasn’t too creepy haha. Again, thank you so much for your sweet comment. I will definitely make sure to check out your blog! Happy Halloween week!
– Mariam:)
Hey Mariam!
I’m back at it again, commenting on your posts ;). This post is perfect for the upcoming holiday this Thursday, Halloween! With the amazing vocabulary you put into this and your intellectual writing skills, it might just be your best post yet. My English teacher mother would be proud ;’). Also, why does everyone with the name Chad have to be such a troublemaker, am I right? All to be said, your blog is spectacular and you are THRIVING on the web sis. Love you lots!
-Anna Claire <3
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Hi Anna Claire!
And I’M back at it again, replying to your comments! I’m so glad you enjoyed reading my post! I know I sure loved reading your fabulous fall poem! My intellectual writing skills have absolutely nothing on YOUR intellectual writing skills. My one goal in life is to make Ms. Emory proud. :’) Also, I KNOW, Chad’s are such troublemakers – we of all people would know haha. Your comments are spectacular and it’s safe to say you just made my day. Come back to visit soon!
– Mariam<3