Baking my way in the world today

I'm so looking forward to Thanksgiving this year. Not only does it provide a much-needed break from school, it gives me a chance to try to spend some time in the kitchen and try some new things.

This year I have on my list to try: chorizo stuffing, pumpkin trifle and apple donuts. I'm also looking forward to replicating my mom's famous sour cream apple pie and making a Southern pecan pie.

Not sure why baking makes me so happy. It's messy and time consuming. I could be painting my toenails, or, even better, attempting to scale Mount Laundry.

I guess I'd rather be fat and happy than focus on fancy frills like clean clothes. :)

Gratitude

Usually, Thanksgiving makes me grateful for a couple days off work. And then it makes me regretful for how much I eat.

But this year is a little different. We're facing a few unexpected challenges this fall, and they do have the potential to REALLY bring our spirits down. Luckily, I am married to T, who is especially skilled at calming me and easing my anxieties. He's also willing to make difficult choices and sacrifice for our little family.

So this year I'm especially grateful for him. Maybe I should bake him a pie or something.