Nothing Gold Can Stay

Fall dropped by Dallas yesterday. God, I love it. That crisp, cool air is amazing. Pulling out the sweat shirts and blankets. Football weather. Brilliant reds and yellows have escaped and replaced the green leaves on trees. I saw a picture of fall leaves in the northeast that absolutely took my breath away. I have to wonder what it is about fall that many people love so much. I have no freakin idea. But, I will just drink it in and enjoy.

So, what have you guys been up to? Me? I've been trying to get my life back to normal (whatever normal is). I have a Halloween Costume Party to attend tomorrow and don't have a costume yet. What? I know you weren't shocked that I procrastinated. I'm working the Adopt-A-Pet for the Dog and Kitty City on Saturday. And, I would really like to take in a movie on Sunday, but we'll have to see. Work has been busy since the market is, well, nuts. And, it is getting close to holiday season so there will be more people out (not me-I'm out of vacation days due to family craziness). As you can tell, nothing exciting or even worth blogging about lately. Very. Boring. Me. But, I will take boring any day. Trust me, I'm not complaining here. Just merely making excuses for the lack of blog.

I just found out a friend in KC is having her first baby. I'm so very happy for her. I think what makes me smile is that I know what a good mother she will be. And, after having one of the best Mom in the world, I know. So, Congratulations, friend!

Lots of birthdays this month. My sister had a birthday last week. So, Happy Belated Birthday, Dana. My nephew, Dalton, is turning 11 on the 28th and my Dad will be celebrating his birthday on the 26th. And, Eddie, had one yesterday. Enjoy your day guys.

Speaking of my nephew, Dalton, I went to his football game when I was in KC staying with my Dad. He plays tackle football now. It was a fun game to watch. Mostly, I enjoyed watching Dalton. You see, he's the quarterback. And, even though the team still needs lots of practice, I loved watching him kneel on one knee in the huddle, check his wrist for the plays and break. That was my favorite part of the game. He got a touchdown. I'd like to think he got the touchdown for me. I told him to get one before the game. He said "OK". And, then he ran the ball past the goal line. I'm pretty sure there was nowhere else on earth I wanted to be at that moment than watching a bunch of 10 year olds celebrate their victory.

That's about all. So, go out and enjoy this weather. Because, as Robert Frost said, "Nothing gold can stay".

Peace.

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