November 9

Tonight, I am grateful for all simple things that made me happy today.

1.  The leaves are STILL beautiful.  Driving across town on a cloudy-blue day was a delight.

2.  This morning a good 20 cars stopped and waiting patiently  on MLK while a flock of geese crossed the road.

3.  We celebrated the birthday of our favorite set of twins, a perfect party where all of our children played happily amidst wonderful sea-themed décor.

4.  Raking leaves, when done together on a perfect November afternoon, is actually a fun recreational activity.

5.  Jumping in leaves-- even better.

6.  Going out to eat at Dewey's.  Need I say more?

7.  A little girl who says "I love you" out of the blue.

8.  A little boy who offers his own quarters to pay for parking. 

9.  Even though we were busy/cleaning almost all day, I still had time for:  a resale event, shopping at the Botanical Garden Store open house, AND sitting on the couch with iced coffee this afternoon.

10.  There is still one more day of this lovely weekend to come.