The moment of truth had arrived. Or maybe even the moment of Truth, Justice and the American Way.

“Missy, do you want to try this on?”

Within moments, the brand-new red cape flowed around Missy’s shoulders. And down her back. And … well, almost to ankle-length. Being a 4’11” superhero has its challenges in a one-size-fits-all world. But the smile beaming from her face was more powerful than a locomotive.

Yes, we had ourselves another winner. And with Trick-or-Treat Season coming on faster than a speeding bullet, it was a good thing, too.

Normally, we’ve got Halloween attire down to a science here at Chez Rochat. As I mentioned in a recent column, Missy has orbited between three choices for the last decade or so: a certain lightning-scarred Boy Wizard, a tough-as-nails Space Princess wi

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