A Special Month &Thanksgiving Meals Delivered

November is not only the month for the feast that is Thanksgiving, but it is also the month of my mother's birth. My mother was born on Thanksgiving Day, but since the holiday is not the same date annually, this year my mother's birthday was the day before. I bought her dinner, dessert and a gift. This year she wanted a percolator. Actually this is a gift I've purchased for her once before, six or seven years ago. Apparently they don't last forever for those who make coffee daily, but in my opinion Percolator coffee is far superior to those plastic coffeemakers with the courtesy title.

After the birthday celebration, it was back to my project, which can best be described as an outlandish undertaking. I was working on it when I should have been attending Thanksgiving gatherings. Before you pity my predicament, please note that I have some swell family members and friends because not one, but two plates of food from two different gatherings appeared for me at my mom's house. The best part was both were great. The people I know can throw down on some food. There was roast beef, turkey, macaroni and cheese (my favorite), dinner rolls (another favorite), corn pudding and various slices of cakes and pies, (which I sampled but did not eat all of, because I do not need to find the 24 pounds I lost).

I sincerely appreciate those who thought enough of me to make me plate(s) even though I was absent from the festivities. You all are the greatest!

Before Christmas Wish List

It happens almost every year, the holiday advertisements and new merchandise capture my attention long before Christmas. As a result, I find myself selecting items that I will gift to myself before the holiday. Here is this year's list in no particular order of importance:

The Ultimate Blockbuster by Sephora is essential for those who love make up and contains,among other items, 84 eyeshadows!

A classic authentic Fendi handbag. Since I am hard on purses, I need this one to replace one that has to be retired. The shoe/handbag repair shop will be glad not to have to repair the old one again.





Exercise Apparel-Although my RL long-sleeve hoodie matches my Izod yogo pants, it will be nice to own a one-brand workout outfit. I'd choose blue or purple instead of black, though.

Heart Rate Monitor Watch-Now that I am exercising consistently, I believe this will be a sensible purchase.