The most wonderful time of the year....

I had forgotten how much I miss Fall. The colors seem much more vibrant here. Beautiful reds and golds of the turning leaves, and pinks and purples reflected on the mountains. The Great Salt Lake illuminates the sky above with these irridescent shades of blue and turquoise. It is no wonder that I feel most inspired and creative this time of year. I love the way the cold brisk air smells first thing in the morning. The way it feels to be hugged in the warm soft fabrics you wear in the fall, and how there is this certain rush of nature as it prepares for survival through the harsh winter. Maybe that is why it feels so natural to want to spend more time with your family, or even reconnect with special friends. As I watch the family of quail bob around outside my window, it seems the same for humans that we congregate together and eat to fatten up for the coming season. This is also an exciting time to me as right around the corner is the new year. It's like a fresh start, a do-over. A chance to set things right what you spent all year screwing up. I for one, am in desperate need of this new beginning. However, I'm in no rush to speed through the next month and a half as this time of year also brings a time for great refection. An opportunity to see things in new light and appreciate and be grateful for what we have.  I feel especially charitable and helpful, and I want to make a difference in people's lives. I have been thinking of things that I could do for others and for myself. I'm looking into charitable programs through my local craft stores that myself and my family can get involved with. I would love to take handmade toys to the Children's Hospital and see the looks on their sweet little faces. There is so much love that goes into everything I make that I would like to spread it all around like a gigantic blanket. There is plenty of time to start over, but for now I want to enjoy every moment of this beautiful season. That's it for me for now, off to work on some projects before my "baby alarm" goes off. Happy Holidays!!