and just like that...

...November has come and gone. And not a single post to show for it either. Hmmm...I blame it on deadlines, procrastinations, warp speeds, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Some things I have been thankful for this past month/day/week/year/hour...

~ every one has remained pretty healthy this fall, no snotty noses or nasty barking coughs (yet).

~ for tickle wars.

~ answered prayers while close family members go through some pretty serious surgeries (one more is coming up tomorrow so any spared prayers for my daddy would be much appreciated).

~ kitty purrs while cuddled on my chest.

~ despite tight times, we manage to make it through.

~ friends...new, old, constant.

~ my husband's culinary skills.

~ my Publix pilgrim salt and pepper shakers, because sometimes it really is about the little things.

~ the new found peace and quiet in our neighborhood.

~ how well the boy is doing in school. Although I'm still a bit miffed that they are learning fractions in 1st grade, when I was in 1st grade we were learning how to color inside the lines.

~ watching the leaves change and the onset of colder temperatures.

~ that spot in little boys' necks that perfect for smooches and the fact that they still let me.

~ each new day.