Important Dates in November :: Thankful Thursdays

There are so many important dates in November that I have to remember. As we have now hit November 1, 2013 I can't help but think of how quickly a year has passed. What I did this past year and what I have yet to do this year are at the front of my mind as I hit another year older this month. My birthday tends to bring out my reflective side.

Important dates to Remember ::
5 - Sister's Birthday
7 - My Birthday!!
8 - Niece's Birthday
10 - Hubby's Holiday Work Party
13 - Hubby's Birthday
        Brother-in-Law's Birthday
14 - Sister-in-Law and Brother-in-Law's                        Anniversary
15, 16 - Remembering Isaac and Luke
17 - Niece's Birthday
18 - 4 month mark of this blog!
        Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law's                        Anniversary
29 - Brother-in-Law's Birthday
       Birthday of a Great Friend

Whew! I'm Exhausted just by typing all that! I even forgot to put in TWO girls night outs and Thanksgiving! This is definitely a busy month, and probably more busy that what our December will be! I'm going to enjoy every moment I can though!

Day 1 of Thankful Thursdays :: {Every day in November}

Today I am so thankful for it being November! I love November, despite it's many dates to remember! Not just because it is my birthday month which means a free dinner from my parents :) ... but it also kicks off my favorite seasons of Thanksgiving and Christmas.

November means craft shows, time with family, a couple days off school, Black Friday {which I have only done 2-3 times in the past 10 years}, Cyber Monday {which is actually in December this year}, and loads and loads of great smelling food!

So thankful for November!

Now that we have officially kicked off Thankful Thursdays :: {Every Day in November} I would like to hear from you about what you are thankful for! On Thanksgiving I will be posting all the things we as a group are thankful for! Leave your "thankful for" in the comments below any of these posts over the next 27 days
 -or-
you can leave a note on my Facebook Page!

Thankful Thursdays :: Productivity

Today, I'm thankful for the many things I have accomplished, especially compared to the past four days where NOTHING has gotten done due to the migraines.

This morning I made dinner and a dessert for tonight, both of which are very fall themed! This afternoon I'm gearing up to do a little crafting with burlap...again!

Productive days really rock!

Burlap and An Announcement {Preview}

I'm not much of a seasonal decorator...in fact the only thing I really decorate for is Christmas, and all I decorate is a tree! So, when I found a cute and quick craft wreath on another blog I took the opportunity to try it out.

Burlap, silk flowers, and a grapevine wreath form. Found this awesomeness on:
Love, Pasta, and A Tool Belt (visit the link...you won't be disappointed!)

Here's my version:

I'm also working on a centerpiece for my dining table. Pictures to come soon! I have a really great idea but have to get a couple more supplies! It involves burlap though!! And some of the left over silk flowers!

OKAY!!! An announcement is coming soon about a really great opportunity for YOU!

Stay Tuned!

I'm going to be announcing it here on the blog but most of the action is going to be taking place over on my Facebook Page! If you haven't liked my FB Page, yet, you need to in order to be a part of this great blessing to bless others! You won't want to miss out!