What’s your most memorable Halloween experience?

The most memorable Halloween I ever had was the year I decided to become Halloween, not just celebrate it. I planned for days. I put together a costume that felt like it stepped right out of a story, decorated everything I could, and let myself lean into the fun. Halloween night, seeing people’s reactions was the best part. Kids stopped and stared with those huge smiles. Adults broke into grins, pulling out their phones. At one point, I remember realizing that I was fully in it.

Tell us why you would make it to the end of a horror movie.

I’d make it to the end. Because I don’t rush headlong into danger. I pay attention. I notice the creaks, the shadows, and the smartest move is sometimes just staying quiet, staying small, and keeping calm. That’s how you still your breath long enough to see daylight again.

What would you do with the unlucky $13,000?

If you won 13,000 dollars, you could set aside a safety cushion first. Then surprise the kids with a trip, maybe somewhere they’ve always talked about. Beach days, theme parks, food they’ve never tried. It wouldn’t be extravagant, but it would be memorable. And the rest could go toward making everyday life a little lighter, like fixing the car noise you’ve been hearing or just catching up on bills, so stress drops a notch. Small, meaningful wins that stretch that luck into something lasting.

Who is your real-life hero who you would want to survive a horror movie with?

I’d say someone steady and practical, like my mom. Even when things got chaotic, she kept a level head and made smart choices. For a horror scenario, I’d want someone calm under pressure, who thinks things through and doesn’t panic. That kind of presence keeps everyone focused and makes surviving seem possible.