Halloween Night Skate

It appears goofing around on my skates is becoming a regular occurence. Since I had so much fun at last year's TBN Halloween Night Skate, I decided to do it again this year. Not only do I have a more elaborate costume (check out Dessert By Candy for more information on my costume and make up), I have also practiced rec/street skating recently at the Zombie Skate! I think I'm as well-prepared for this event as I can ever be.

To add to my challenge, I decided to skate while holding onto a serving tray full of teacup, plates, and cupcake. I'm not talking about plastic unbreakable fakes...I was skating around with ceramic dinnerware perched on one arm! Well, it is an essential part of my costume. It is what makes my "Little Tea Shop Of Horror" persona complete. Without it, I was just one in a million maids around the city. Luckily, my arm strength and agility far exceeded my expectation. Everything stayed where they should be...not even one single breakage! I think I just invented a new agility drill. However, single arm swing when going uphill is a totally different challenge. You can't believe how weird it feels to accelerate while balancing a tray on one arm.

It was funny how my "bruises" and "road rashes" invited a few concerned glances from fellow skaters and cyclists. What can I say? The combination of liquid latex, make up, stage blood, and some keen observation from past experience can do wonders.

The skating itself was as fun as it was last year. We had a nice group of ten skaters covered with flashing wheels, blinking lights, Halloween costumes, and great spirit. Our route took us up and down the Beaches neighbourhood and we saw some truly amazing haunted houses. Words cannot describe the thoughts and efforts these homeowners put into their annual Halloween extravaganza. I can't wait for next year's Halloween night skate!

photos by Michael Lin and Patrick Lam