The Rush Has Begun

by Shirley Hailstock

And so it begins. Halloween is behind us and Thanksgiving is rushing forward like an ill wind.

I went to the grocery store last week after finishing a book. Finishing a book usually means a major house cleaning is needed, and re-suppling the entire kitchen with food. The store was packed. Holiday shopping has already begun. Fueled by the fact that the day after Halloween (some stores even did it before), an overstocked amount of Christmas supplies were shelved.

Caught in the frenzy, I purchased as many of my Thanksgiving needs as I could. I hate to shop, so going to buy food always means I buy as much as I can to ward off another trip as long as possible. Yes, I've been known to pull multiple carts through the aisles.

Now I’m in the mood for the holiday and I begin to think about what my decorations will look like. I made a wreath for Halloween and if I remove the witches legs, the colors work for Thanksgiving.

That along with a decorated table will work.

Soon the relatives will arrive and the merriment begins, to to mention to number of cameras that come out creating impromptu photo sessions.

But what could be better: Food, Family and Fun.

Enjoy your holiday and as always, keep reading. . .