As we get older, we grow out of things. Whether it's clothes, tastes, or even friends, we grow up. However, there are some things from our childhood that we never grow out of. One of those things is Halloween. It was fun as a child, and it gets even more exciting the older you get. However, adults tell you that trick or treating is just for kids, and we need to grow up. What they don't realize is that it is still fun for us, even as teenagers. It's an exciting time of the year, and we look forward to it every year. Some of the best parts of Halloween are:

1. Candy.

There isn't a person alive that doesn't like at least one kind of candy. Then there's the group of people that love all kinds of candy. Halloween allows us to get free candy. How do you outgrow something like that?! I am almost 20 years old, and I still love candy. If you are addicted to sugar, then go out on Halloween and get yourself some free candy.

2. Carving Jack'o'lanterns.

It's a slimy, gooey mess, but it is a tradition. When you were a kid, you probably did it with your parents. As a teenager, you started to do it by yourself. You can make whatever kind of jack'o'lantern you want, and it will still look cool. Jack'o'lanterns are a fun way to express yourself, while showing your holiday spirit. Even though I am 19 years old, I still love making jack'o'lanterns, and I do it every year.

3. Halloween costumes.

Little kids love to wear costumes. Well, so do teenagers and adults. Halloween is the one night of the year that you can dress up, and be whoever you want to be. Wearing costumes allows us to hold onto those amazing childhood memories, but it also allows us to make new, fun memories. While we may not be 'kids' anymore, we will always be kids at heart when it comes to Halloween.

4. Halloween parties.

Parties were fun as a kid, but as an adult, they're awesome. You meet new people who like to wear costumes just like you. There are fun foods, creepy games, and usually a hayride. No matter how many times you ride the hayride past the cemetery, you still get the chills every time.

Whether you're 12, 22, or 52, Halloween will always be fun. If you want to go trick or treating, go. It doesn't matter how old you are. You should be able to enjoy your favorite holiday, regardless of age. Celebrate Halloween, or any other holiday that makes you happy. Pick out what costume you want to wear, go trick or treating, go to a party, or whatever. Do what will make you happy this year. Happy Halloween everybody!