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How much candy is sold on Halloween?

Halloween is the top candy-selling holiday in the United States, well above Valentine's Day, when 48 million pounds of candy is sold, and Easter, which has 65 million pounds sold. Ten percent of the candy industry's total annual sales occur just before Halloween. The top-selling individual candy type is candy corn, which sells 20 million pounds each year. The runners-up in popularity are Snickers bars, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Kit-Kat bars and M&Ms.

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What are some Halloween costume ideas for small dogs?

For the Chia Pet costume, cut the baby sleeper so that the dog can go to the bathroom easily. Choose plastic greenery with small leaves that resemble sprouting chia, and sew the greenery onto the sleeper, covering the back and shoulder areas.\nFor the Lego block costume, turn over a lidless shoe box so that the bottom acts as the top. Add a strap to the open bottom to secure the costume to the dog. Create a hole at the front for the dog's head, and trim the back part so that the dog can easily use the bathroom. Glue two lines of three bottle caps to the top of the box, and then spray pain..

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Who were the Three Wise Men?

The Three Wise Men regarded Jesus as royalty, even in his infant state, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh, which were rather expensive and would be fit for a king according to social custom. The Gospel notes that the men came from "the east," but never specifically mentions the number of people. The number of gifts, however, led to the assumption that there were three, and it is depicted this way in Nativity scenes.

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What are some common rules for grave digging?

To check for other graves in the area before digging, the grave digger shoves a poker into the ground. If the poker touches a grave, the grave digger finds the edge and then measures 3 feet from that edge.\nThe standard grave size for an adult is 3 feet by 8 feet, as of 2015. The standard grave size for a child is 3 feet by 5 feet, although this isn't always the case. When burying ashes, the standard grave size is 1 foot by 1 foot, but this may vary depending on the size of the urn. Grave sizes may also vary depending on the cemetery and the buyer, as cemeteries sometimes allow buyers to ..

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What is a graveside committal service?

Family members and close friends gather around the grave where the coffin is usually partially lowered while the minister speaks. Sometimes a family member drops the first shovelful of dirt into the grave. In closing, family members usually pass by the open grave and toss flowers onto the coffin as a minister offers the closing prayer and thanks visitors for attending.

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What should you write in birthday wishes for your sister?

The relationship with your sister influences the type of birthday wishes you send her. The message should reflect that relationship whether you're sentimental, have lots of fun together, joke around a lot or have a different dynamic.\nOne way to personalize the birthday message is to refer to a memory you shared with your sister. It might be something from your childhood or something more recent. Remind her of something funny she did, or discuss a time when she was strong or caring, depending on the tone you want to strike in the message.\nAnother option is to put your feelings for your s..

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Are there any downloadable candy bar wrapper patterns?

RaspberrySwirls.com features eight free downloadable candy wrapper designs that users can personalize. Hundreds of additional designs are available for purchase at the price of $3.95, as of 2015.\nAlenkaPrintables.com offers customizable seasonal templates available in different sizes for both regular and miniature candy bars. Hersheys.com provides downloadable PDF candy wrapper templates with designs for baby boys, baby girls, moms and dads.\nMrPrintables.com offers two colorful and beautifully designed printable candy wrappers. Choose between the cat and gingham patterns; both designs offer ..

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Where can I find printable Thanksgiving coloring pages?

Adults can choose from simple single picture designs such as a turkey or an Indian. There are also pages that feature entire Thanksgiving scenes, complete with Pilgrims, Indians, turkeys and pumpkins. Similar sites, such as dltk kids, offer the same printable designs. The coloring pages are unique, interesting and suitable for children of every age.

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What do you get a 10-year-old girl on her birthday?

Anything hi-tech is likely to please a 10-year-old, as girls this age are into trendy gadgets and connecting with friends via technology. Since most young girls of this age wish to create their own private world, accessories for her room would make a good 10th birthday present. Gift cards to download music and games, a ticket to a concert, fashionable trinkets and sporty clothing are appropriate ideas for a birthday gift as well. The giver may also pique her interest in reading and writing with a popular young adult novel, leather journal or diary.

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What are some ways for a woman to celebrate her 40th birthday?

A woman can also have fun on her 40th birthday by attending a dinner or birthday party where all her loved ones and friends are present. Party-goers can make a list of 40 things they love about the guest of honor to make the occasion even more special.\nInstead of a birthday cake, a woman can celebrate by sharing 40 of her favorite treats with friends and family. For instance, 40 cupcakes or 40 doughnut holes can make the birthday celebration especially enjoyable.\nIf the woman wants to make a significant life change for her 40th year, she can make a pact with her friends to walk at least a mi..

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