[Originally Published in the Sun by the Sea newspaper… http://www.sunbythesea.com%5D Dear Friends, Fans and Gift Seekers, Well, for once I decided to take some time off and get away from the hustle and bustle of the toy world. What better place to chill than the shore, which is the picture of serenity and so different…

“Whatever we are waiting for – peace of mind, contentment, grace, the inner awareness of simple abundance – it will surely come to us, but only when we are ready to receive it with an open and grateful heart.” ~ Sarah Ban Breathnach What is your heart open to this season of family and feasting?

Give thanks for unknown blessings already on their way ~ Native American Saying [Originally published in the Sun by the Sea newspaper…www.sunbythesea.com} November notices the changing seasons. Soars alongside the scenery. Cruises into the holidays! Drives with the top down. Listens to the ocean. Wears cozy clothes. Sports a permanent smile. Knows there’s no better…

  Thanksgiving, after all, is a word of action ~ W.J. Cameron One Cup of Seabreeze Two Cups of Sunshine A dash of “Sea Salt” A heaping teaspoon of family and friends Blend well with turkey and all the trimmings Followed by a long, calorie-burning Boardwalk stroll…

I am grateful for what I am and have. My Thanksgiving is perpetual ~ Henry David Thoreau  

  [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…

There is always a way and always hope in the next sunrise, and in the next second, and in the next minute. ~ Ziggy Marley

GIVE THANKS for each new morning with its light                                                                  FOR REST AND SHELTER OF THE NIGHT For health and food      …

NOVEMBER….the last month of Autumn, but the beginning of a new adventure. Time to take risks and do the unexpected ~ Pinterest Enjoy Moments in the Sun….Celebrate Thanksgiving with Loved Ones….Walk on a Deserted Beach…Discover Dreams Once out of Reach…Work out with Boardwalk Sprints…Drop a Bunch of Wish-List Hints…Win a Coveted Christmas Gift at Coach…

Crisp salt air, Deserted beaches, Crashing waves & Golden Sunsets ~ Autumn by the Sea ~ @twogonecoastal