While sorting through old family photos, I stumbled upon this gem—our family dressed as The Addams Family for my mom’s annual Halloween party. My husband, ever the sport, channeled Gomez with his slicked hair and mock cigar, and I dressed as Morticia, capturing her equal parts mystery and mischief. My sons played their roles with dramatic flair—pale faces, dark costumes, and an unspoken sense of pride at pulling off a theme together. Looking back, it’s not just the costumes that make me smile, but the reminder that even when life feels eerie or uncertain, joy can still find us. The world can be full of shadows, but laughter, family, and playfulness are what bring the light back in. That night, in a wood-paneled living room draped with a homemade “graveyard” sheet, we weren’t just pretending to be spooky—we were finding light in the shadows, proving that even the scariest stories can be softened with love and humor. In a way, this photo is less about Halloween and more about resilience....