Have you ever wondered the history behind the spooky holiday we celebrate at the end of every October? What is the reason for going door-to-door asking for candy and dressing up like witches and zombies? Halloween actually originated from a Celtic holiday known as Samhain (pronounced Sow’-en or Sow’-een) celebrated in what is now known as Ireland, the United Kingdom and parts of France celebrated this holiday on November 1st in order to honor those who have passed. This time