As the old saying goes, the only certainties in life are death and taxes. As a semi-responsible parent, I feel compelled to impart this wisdom to the three little ones in my household. While we don’t delve too deeply into the “death” aspect, I gladly embrace the opportunity to explain the concept of taxation when Halloween arrives.
Each year, around 9 p.m. on October 31, after we’ve undressed the kids from their costumes and tucked them into bed, my partner and I conduct a thorough examination of their Halloween candy haul. We claim it’s for safety—checking for anything suspicious that might have been handed out by our seemingly safe suburban neighbors.
Alright, let’s be honest. We’re pilfering their candy. You’ve caught us in the act.
Eventually, the children start to notice that their candy supply appears to be dwindling more rapidly than the one-piece-per-day rule we’ve established allows. At this point, my partner and I must confess our sweet transgressions.
This leads us to the Halloween Candy Levy discussion, complete with a PowerPoint presentation and a fun round of Candyland afterward to cushion the disappointment.
The Levy Talk
During the Levy talk, we explain that excessive candy consumption could harm their teeth. We mention how our pediatric dentist rewards kids who donate their Halloween stash, sending the treats off to soldiers overseas. We discuss health and how candy is just empty calories, blah, blah, blah.
Then comes the real talk.
We inform the children that enjoying privileges requires payment in taxes. As a family enjoying various amenities, we pay taxes at local, state, and federal levels. Our children benefit from the comforts of our home: meals, clothing, shelter, toys, and loving parents. These privileges come with a cost, and sometimes that cost includes chocolate. It’s a valuable lesson about taxes, and we believe it’s essential to teach them early.
The “Sin” Tax
Furthermore, we maintain the right to implement a “sin” tax on their candy. Much like how the government imposes higher tax rates on alcohol and tobacco, we claim additional sugar when the kids display less-than-stellar behavior. A tantrum at the store? That’ll cost two Tootsie Rolls. A bedroom resembling a disaster zone? That’ll cost a Kit Kat. Leaving a sippy cup of milk in the car for three weeks, creating a smell akin to decay? That’ll deplete your entire candy earnings from Oak Street, kiddo.
As parents, we dedicate ourselves to our children’s well-being. We prepare meals, tidy up after them, teach them social skills, assist with homework, volunteer at their schools, drive them to extracurricular activities, and above all, love them. All we ask for in return are hugs, a willingness to listen, keeping their rooms clean, and avoiding the emergency room.
Sometimes they excel, and life is smooth sailing, while other times they owe a debt of mini-Snickers bars for their cheeky behavior. I’m perfectly fine with that and ready to uphold the annual Halloween candy levy whenever the occasion arises.
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In summary, the Halloween Candy Levy not only allows parents to indulge their sweet tooth but also serves as a playful yet meaningful lesson about taxes and privileges within the family unit.
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