After my musical was over, I was getting ready to get picked up by my friend Chelsea and two of her friends so we could go trick or treating and just have a fun time catching up with each other. My costume was not impressive because I wasn't well prepared to do anything with anyone so I just smeared some red/black paint over my upper body to make me look like I was in some freak accident. Anyway, she eventually came and we went to this neighborhood that is known to be pretty wealthy and we noticed most of the houses were dark except for one whose lights were still on and had Halloween decorations. We parked in front of the house, unsure of whether or not we should go up to ask for some candy. Just down that same street was a large group of loud people and activity including what looked like a bonfire which didn't phase me at first. We all were out of the car discussing what we should do and making little jokes here and there about the people down the street quietly until we all heard a man yell "Hey get off our block!" and it was clear that we were the only ones that were on "their block" besides them so I was mad but didn't let my pride overtake me so we all decided to leave immediately. But then as everyone entered their cars, I couldn't get my door open! My friend was trying to tell me how to open it but I couldn't understand her. I started to panic a little bit because I heard people moving in towards our direction and someone yelled "Get in the car girl!" It was them again talking to me. I was scared but maintained my composure. I slightly turned my head and saw that five grown men were standing behind me with beer cans watching me fidget with the car door until the damn thing finally decided to open and let me in. We drove off and never returned.

Now, I really hate to jump to conclusions and say that the reason for their rude behavior is a cause of racism but although I can't explain it, I got that feeling. It's kind of like when you walk into a room that's first filled with chatter and suddenly ceases once you enter and almost all eyes are on you. You think about anything and everything that may have made them treat you that way and what ever seems most logical you go with. I don't think an ordinary group of people would be upset of young teens who aren't causing any trouble momentarily stand on their street. It doesn't make sense. Anyway the rest of the night went by somewhat better but I couldn't get what happened out of my mind so I guess that's why I'm writing this. Eh anyway, I hope everyone else had a good Halloween