Sweet November

Have you seen this movie? It's one I always get excited about if I stumble across it on TV. In addition to being a great love story, it's filmed in one of my favorite months. Here are a few other things I look forward to as we move into November.

*A successful win in Ned's city council re-election.

*A one o'clock release from school on Veteran's Day. What in the world will I do with myself in the 2.5 hours before I get Avery?

*Attending Brandon and Brittany's rehearsal dinner and wedding. Ned all dressed up in his tux will be an added plus.

*Having Avery's Christmas pictures done to use on Christmas cards. It took a long time for me to get the perfect picture last year, and Avery couldn't move. I'm calling in the professionals this year. Carol did some great work last year, and I'm excited to see what she can do for us. My favorite is the three children in blue. I may or may not have asked Carol to see that card last April. One can never be too prepared for Christmas! (Note: I wrote this several days ago and scheduled the post. After 2 nights of trying to get pictures of Avery in her costume, this decision is looking better than ever!)

*Decorating for Christmas. Lots of thought has already gone into this so that my Possible Dreams Santas and Hallmark ornaments are not subjected to any of Avery's (or Felix's) antics. Gates, fencing, and rope are not out of the question.

*Continued pumpkin baking. I stocked up on canned pumpkin last year when they said there could be a shortage. They're saying the same this year, so make sure you're prepared!

*Thanksgiving and all the food, family, and fun that comes along with it. I love the parade, the houses full of family, the days off school...I could go on and on! We certainly are overwhelmed with blessings and have so much to give thanks for.

*Christmas music and the start of my favorite time of the year.

Here's hoping November holds lots of sweet things for you!