What was once taken for granted working the family farm, October tests with jack-o-lantern-themed questions, hunting your own Easter eggs is being threatened by paternalism run amok.

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Spost advocates choosing a fairly round, smooth pumpkin and using some basic tools to bring your jack-o'-lantern to life.

CNN: Carving up a spooky Halloween

If a jack-o'-lantern is not your style, consider carving a lovely design on the side of a pumpkin instead.

CNN: Carving up a spooky Halloween

Although Alberto needs no diagram or carving kit to create his jack-o'-lantern, he recommends the novice carver design a face on paper before beginning.

CNN: Carving up a spooky Halloween