Q. I am the proud mom of two very active boys and a 3-year-old little girl. They all tell me they want to trick-or-treat with their father and me, but we have been separated for almost two years now. We live close by, and I’m willing to try, but I have to admit, just thinking about it gives me anxiety. It sounds like a great idea, but a lot to handle. How do you suggest we approach this? What’s good ex-etiquette?

A. I advise divorced parents to NEVER attempt doing something together with their children unless their relationship has evolved to the point that they can comfortably spend time together — then you only do it in the best interest of the children.

Although it sounds like you have good intentions, if you get along too well, it will give the kids false hope of reconciliation. If y

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