JJ
You must have been terrified. That is awful. We had our shop broken in to, technically on the night before christmas eve, but we found out on christmas eve. 2 years ago. We felt completely violated. And really ruined the holiday for us. It played a big part in our decision to move to NC. But to be in the house while it was happening, and to wake up to it. Wow, I can't even imagine what you felt. I'm so glad they decided to run for it.
On halloween a few years back a girl that my son went to high school with commited suicide. That has forever marked his halloweens.
Dotsie,
I forgot about the toilet paper...LOL You are right! It sounds like your traditions are really fun!