Earlier this month The Blended Blog offered a Linkup to post the following

I missed the linkup that day, but thought it would be appropriate to share my “Things You’re Thankful For” answers today.

Here they are:

1. A New Friend

One particular person that I am thankful to have befriended this year comes to mind…

WendyI’ve got your back… Buddy!

2. Something Shiny

While I am thankful to own a car for all the practical reasons, this particular car has been exceptionally fun to own. Because he has not been the one to enjoy driving the new family car in the past, I encouraged LB to buy it for himself last year. He has thoroughly loved cruising in this beautiful vehicle, and I have enjoyed it too.

3. Someone Unexpected

Three years ago, at the Thanksgiving dinner table, it was announced that we would have a new family member join us the following July. This little girl tugs at my heart strings in a way that I didn’t know possible.

I’m thankful for the opportunity to love her.

4. Something Ordinary

Well.

Driving to work, I see these little guys everyday. They’re about as ordinary as it gets.  I’m thankful when I see them make it safely across the street.

5. A Person you’ve known for a long time

GinaThis picture was taken a long time ago, but I’ve known Gina even longer.  She is my younger sister and the first friend I ever had.  Every girl needs a sister who is a friend.  I’m thankful for mine.

6. Somewhere you go every day

Work

Despite the fact that I do not relish the commute to work, it is the one place that I go every weekday.  My motivation is the paycheck I receive and I can truthfully say that I am thankful for that!

7. Someone who has taught you something

MamaShe has taught me more than anyone else.  I am thankful to have been raised by such a sweet, generous, loving, godly example.

8. A faraway place

VermontMy Daddy loved Vermont in the winter.  He taught me to ski on the Toll Road in Vermont.  I hope to get back there someday.

9. Something that is saving your life right now

The WeekendBecause  beginning Friday night until Monday morning…

I DON’T HAVE TO TALK ON THE PHONE!

10. Someone you see every day

 LB

And I am extremely thankful for him!

He is especially handsome in the fall!

11. Something you enjoy doing

shopping

And I do it every chance it get!

12. A Special Lady

LaurieShe is a precious lady with a kind heart.  I’m thankful that I can call her my friend.

13. A Special Place

Home

This is where I like to be!  SO Thankful for home!

14. A Special Gentleman

My nephew ClayWhile I am thankful for each member of my family, Clay (center) told my Mama that he promised my Daddy that he would take care of her.  He does a wonderful job, and I’m thankful for him.

15. Something warm

ElvisMy lap cat keeps me warm while we sit in the living room every night.  He is very patient with me when I want to snuggle and he welcomes me home when he greets me at the door.   I am thankful to have such a sweet little kitty.

I am Thankful to have SO MUCH to be Thankful for!

“When witches go riding and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ’tis near Halloween”

~Anonymous

 

What is Halloween without dressing up, and without that perfect costume?

Every October there is a fervent scramble for finding something innovative and fun.

The Perfect Costume

does not have to be one of the hottest trends, but something LB and I can enjoy as a couple.

This year that would be the Joker and his Harlequin sidekick.
Our costume inspiration came from this jacket. The jacket is similar to one that was worn by Jared Leto as the Joker in Suicide Squad.

LB discovered it at Spirit Halloween which is a “Halloween Everything” shop.  Spirit Halloween finds its way into unoccupied retail places every fall and carries a variety of spooky accessories along with costumes for every shape and size. It was in 2016 while we were shopping for his Riddler costume, when this jacket screamed “buy me!”  He went back to the Spirit Halloween shop the day after Halloween and purchased the jacket for half the original price.

The Joker sunglasses added just the right touch!  And he just happened to have the perfect shoes!

You may be wondering WHY we feel compelled to dress up for Halloween.

We have been dressing for the occasion for several years and it all began because of the

Ballasso Halloween Event.

 

Our friends, Wayne and Laurie (whom I introduced here), go ALL OUT (to say the least) for this eerie evening at their home.  They decorate their yard and house, inside and out… so there are sites to see around every corner. And there are always new friends to meet.

I mistakenly thought Gene Simmons had made an appearancebut, alas, it was Paul Stanley!

Nevertheless, he was quite entertaining.

We enjoyed the most alarming appetizers imaginable!

There are hot dogs in this fella’s head.

Yes, that is a spider cheese ball below.  It is adorned with black olives, and encompassed by boiled eggs and Triscuit crackers.

Surrounded by all sorts of  frightening food, dreadful decor, and colorful characters…

LB and I had a great time!

Thank you Wayne and Laurie!

 

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

Kim

 

I’m about six days late for this post, but as some wise Latin speaking individual once said

“potiusque sero quam numquam”

translation: it’s better to do something late, than to never do it at all.

And now that we’ve had our Latin lesson, on to the real topic of the day…

Fall Q&A

So… here are MY answers…

1. Favorite Fall Sweet Treat?  Halloween candy2. Red, Yellow or Green Apples?  Any… as long as it isn’t crisp.  I like my apples gritty.  Don’t judge.3. Favorite Fall Sport to Play? Not
4. Best Drink for Fall? Although it is ALL ABOUT PUMPKIN when fall comes around, apple cider comes to mind. I make sure we have a warmed pot ready at our annual ‘Sunday before Thanksgiving dinner’, and a few other times before year end.
5. Favorite Fall Activity? Vacation! It typically happens sometime in October. LB and I will hit the road and head for the Blue Ridge Parkway. There will be foliage, festivals, and fabulous fun along the way.

OH! And let’s not forget shopping!

It will happen!

6. Must Have Fall Purchase? Sweaters, Boots, Jackets
7. Pumpkins: Pick your own or store bought? Sadly, I’ve never been to a pumpkin patch.  So store bought it is. WalMart here we come!8. Real or Fake Pumpkin? Both.  WalMart has everything you need for fall home decorating.  But if you want to get fancy, Pier One is the place!
9. Favorite Halloween Costume? I have dressed up as Captain Hook, “I Dream of Jeannie”, a Cowgirl, Sandy (from Grease), a pirate wench, Poison Ivy (a Batman nemesis), a 20’s Flapper.  I think my favorite was the 1920’s Flapper Girl.Goofing around in the Halloween Store is also a good time!
10. College Football or NFL? There are only 2 football games that I watch during the year: The Super Bowl and the Florida/Georgia Game.  I’m not a big football fan.
11. Fall or Halloween Décor? With the exception of one big Jack-O-Lantern at the front door and a small one just inside the front door, the house is all decked out for fall! I posted about it here.
12. Raking Leaves or No Leaves to Rake? There are definitely an influx of leaves during the fall months, but LB manages them with the lawn mower.
13. Favorite Soup?  Probably Chicken Corn Chowder.  The recipe came from Mama.  I’ll eventually get around to sharing it on the blog.  Very tasty!
14. Favorite Fall Candle Scent? Spiced Cake. I recently purchased two from Pier One and they smell delicious… even when they aren’t lit!
15. Love or Hate Pumpkin Spice? Love it! And I think it is amusing that it is blathered about it incessantly!
16. Short Booties or Tall Boots?  short now, tall later, have both!
17. Favorite Halloween Candy? M&Ms peanut and Reese’s anything
18. PSL (Pumpkin Spice Latte) Yes or No?

Yes!

19. Hayride or Corn Maze? Never had a corn maze experience, so I suppose the answer is hayride.
20. Favorite Fall TV Show?  It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown

 Love the Season!