Lovely Links

A little bird told me the other day that Thanksgiving is next week. And by a little bird I mean my son’s school told me in no uncertain terms that there is no school next week because it’s Thanksgiving week. Yeesh, you’d think these teachers need a break! (Which they totally do and they totally deserve one!)

 

But honestly? HOW ARE WE AT THANKSGIVING ALREADY?! I’m at a loss for words at how this year has flown by! If Thanksgiving is next week then that means that Christmas is 4 weeks later, then our 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY (holy cow I’m getting old…) is next, and then Nate’s birthday, and then my babies will be 5 and 2 in March. I can’t handle that kind of pressure! Or those constant reminders that I’m getting old and my babies are growing up!

 

I remember the days of analyzing every little detail of a Thanksgiving meal and day and how it would all play out. This year I’m glad I remembered the Petit Jean ham I have in my freezer and the fact that my addition to a holiday meal is done and DONE. Next up: figuring out how to decorate for Christmas with a 19-month-old in the house. Thoughts? Suggestions? Tips or tricks? This kid has a mind of his own and I doubt any tree will survive his antics.

 

Y’all enjoy this weekend with the people you love, and enjoy these lovely links while you’re at it!

 

1. First off, THIS. My situation is different than hers, but the idea of being a “bad mom” is always eating away. Such a good perspective to adopt!
2. Couldn’t laugh harder if I tried. Bonus: I adore infomercials and have probably seen every one of these!
3. HOLY COMFORT FOOD.
4. Everyone and their mom is posting brussels sprouts recipes these days (I think I counted 10 in my reader yesterday alone), but these are the ones I’m dreaming of right now.
5. I’m not a big Cowboys fan, and as such wasn’t really a big Tony Romo fan until now – this speech was fantastic.
6. New York City 100 years ago vs. now – I love side-by-sides like this!
7. Um, I FLIPPING LOVED THIS COMMERCIAL. Good job Amazon!
8. When Satan steals your motherhood. WOW – so very needed this week.