[Originally Published in the Sun by the Sea newspaper…www.sunbythesea.com]

November notices everything! Discovers the beauty of a vacant beach. Builds sandcastles on solid ground. Senses chrysanthemums in bloom. Goes fishing! Rallies a football team. Roots for friendly competition. Believes in things not seen. Buys apples by the barrel. Reads countless pumpkin pie recipes. Honors veterans. Looks heavenward. Stays hopeful. Bundles up at the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Carves a turkey. Savors each side dish. Brightens ‘Black Friday.’ Buys moments in time. Believes in the magic of December…