I don't know where the time has gone. The days have been filled to the brim that there has been no time to write. It's early. It's dark. The rains are heavy. I sit by the fire with a few minutes to gather and jot down my thoughts. The house is quiet ... except for Bub, who is getting ready to leave for basketball practice. When did this happen ... sending Bub off in the early morning hours, before it's light. He was just a little boy. Wow ... Yet this little boy will be a teenager by the end of the week. Truly blows my mind.

Life has been full. I don't remember it ever being so in the past. But we are blessed to have so many things, opportunities, experiences that I never want to complain ...

We have been preparing for Thanksgiving. I love this time of year, the smells, the lights, the warmth. And just being reflective, thankful for all we have.

A busy morning lays ahead. Last school days before the holiday, a work morning and an art class. Then home  ...  to bake pies, be with family, and start preparing for our Thanksgiving day ...