Sunday, October 13, 2013

Sunday

Since Tomorrow is Thanksgiving here, I thought I would share a random list of things I am very thankful for, in kind of a particular order.  I know I am leaving out things I am thankful for, but here's what I am thinking about this morning...

Family 






Friends

 
 


 
 
 
 




Enough healthy food to eat:
 
 
 
 
Wine....
 


 Travel:




My garden:


My boyfriends:

 

The town I live in...

This video was made by a young woman from here in Fredericton and it is so much fun!
 

8 Reasons You Might Like a Small Town from Gracen Johnson on Vimeo.

Books:

Here's what I'm reading this week:







My writing...


Entertainment from the box in my basement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
All of my blogger friends!
 
If you didn't stop by and I didn't stop by and see you, I would miss you indeed!
 
 
Happy Sunday and Stay Safe out there!
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  1. DaniBPOctober 13, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Best Thanksgiving post ever! I hope you all have a wonderful day today... I'll be thinking of you.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 10:08 AM

      Thanks Dani - you too! I just got in from a long walk and now need to do housework before I make pies and stuffing and cranberry sauce for tomorrow's big show!

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  2. cateOctober 13, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving to you and all of you who are celebrating today! I saw your boyfriend George in Gravity last night. I will say no more so that I don't spoil it for anyone. He looked good, though! I should read that Imperfection book, do you like it so far? It is exhausting trying to always better yourself, or especially to know you should be are making little progress! I wonder what it says about that. Have a wonderful rest of your weekend!

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    1. cateOctober 13, 2013 at 9:18 AM

      Oops I meant to say Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow, not today!

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    2. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 10:09 AM

      Cate - I just got the book so I can't say yet, but I saw her on Oprah after seeing her TED talk. She is fabulous! I am thinking of taking her ecourse that starts on the 20th - it is all about this stuff, plus creative journaling thrown in!

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  3. A Bigger ClosetOctober 13, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    I'm working on the fixings for tomorrow's big dinner too. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your lovely family!

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  4. fmcgmccllcOctober 13, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    Lovely post, Happy Thanksgiving.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:29 PM

      Thanks! I went over and checked your blog - it is great. You can use a little love and thanksgiving yourself - hang in there - I have been in awful sucky situations too!

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  5. Coulda shoulda wouldaOctober 13, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Wendy!!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:29 PM

      Thanks CSW - is there a British equivalent?

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    2. Coulda shoulda wouldaOctober 13, 2013 at 3:45 PM

      No and neither do they have it in Australia either! It would be in e but I think we are just thankful for bank holidays. Might be a reflection of the psyche? :)

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  6. MarieOctober 13, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Certainly much cause to be thankful for and to celebrate. May your plates be full of food, laughter and blessings tomorrow!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:30 PM

      Thanks Marie! I broke it to Barry that I was starting a slight food "shut down" on Tuesday! Need to be able to fit into clothes!

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  7. Awakening my WardrobeOctober 13, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving. Your post put a big smile on my face!

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  8. Anthro BloggerOctober 13, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving, Wendy! I am really grateful to have found your blog when I was going through a "soul searching" moment and I feel you have supported me (and continue to!) through the hard parts. You are a bright spot in my day!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:30 PM

      Thanks AB - I am glad you found me, too, so that we could find each other!

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  9. GetFreshOctober 13, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    TURKEY LURKY Exactly what Anthro blogger said above. Orillia ON's main street is honoured to have made it to your blog. And the Kikis are feeling just teensiest bit left out ;-) We eat our big dinner today, so must motor...

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:31 PM

      Oh have a good one! We normally eat on Sunday, but girlfriend's family eat today so decided not to put son through 2 in one day!

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  10. AnonymousOctober 13, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    I recognise two rascals there!
    The Imperfection book sounds really interesting, you must tell me about it once you've read it.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 12:32 PM

      I will Tabs! I am hoping in 2014 I have a pic of you and I! One never knows. and one can dream! Have you seen Brene's TED talk? If not - Youtube it - you will be glad you did!

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  11. Louise @ INGREDIENTSOctober 13, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving!! I'm with Anthro Blogger, I'm glad to have found your blog too! We are having our big dinner today with the extended family, and another dinner for with us and the kids tomorrow evening.

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  12. WendyOctober 13, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving! Great post! I have to apologize, as you asked on JCA about the technicolor floral print, and I was one of the Wendys who said it bordered on ugly to me. But then, I saw it styled on a SA, and changed my mind :) It is mine now, and at a good price. I have an IRL photo of how I wore it, if you'd like me to e-mail it, though you may have moved on regarding the print.

    Have a wonderful holiday!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 7:01 PM

      Wendy that is too funny! No worries! I have sworn off button downs for now, but may watch for that one on pop backs!

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  13. HexiconOctober 13, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving, Wendy. I don't know whether you are a Donna Tartt fan, but her long-awaited third book comes out the 22nd and is receiving a lot of wonderful comparisons to Dickens in the reviews.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 7:02 PM

      Thanks Hexicon, I am off to go look her up right now!

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    2. LaneOctober 14, 2013 at 10:52 AM

      Including a review by Stephen King in NYT yesterday.

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  14. MarshaOctober 13, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving Wendy,
    The turkey in the oven and we've just returned from a long walk. Lots to be thankful for.
    Enjoy tomorrow.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 7:04 PM

      Oh have a good one! Got a lot of pre-work done today so tomorrow may be easier!

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  15. RoseOctober 13, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Nice family and pup! Happy Thanksgiving, Wendy!

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  16. ruthOctober 13, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving Wendy!!
    lovely things to be thankful for.
    Hope you have a lovely day with lots of gluttony!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 7:06 PM

      Thanks Ruth! At least it is cooler than your 37! We had that kind of temps this summer and it was oppressive!

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  17. Share my GardenOctober 13, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I'm stopping by to say what a good list and Happy Thanksgiving. I've 'stayed safe' - just - after a traffic collision. Life is precious!

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  18. JenniferOctober 13, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving!! I read The Gifts of Imperfection this summer and loved it so much I've bought three more of her books. Did you know she is doing a six week online class beginning October 20? Here's the link...I hope this works. http://www.oprah.com/own-brene-brown-course/lifeclass-presents-brene-brown-landing.html

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  19. JenniferOctober 13, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Ok so the link didn't seem to work but you can find out and register for it on her web site www.brenebrown.com. Looks like it will me fantastic. Have a terrific holiday!!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 13, 2013 at 7:09 PM

      Thanks Jennifer! Am all signed up! It looks great! Hope you are having a great day! This year I may celebrate the American thanksgiving, too!

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  20. shopwithmOctober 13, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Love this post Wendy! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! :)

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 14, 2013 at 8:03 AM

      Thanks Melissa! I will return the sentiment to you in a few weeks time! Can't wait to see how you decorate for the holidays!

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  21. HeidiOctober 14, 2013 at 4:06 AM

    Love your post - it was a great list of all the things I'm thankful for as well. Happy thanksgiving to you, and hope you had a wonderful day celebrating it with family and friends (and wine!!) xx

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  22. AnonymousOctober 14, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    This post was lovely -- was feeling a little sad that we won't make it home for Thanksgiving this year, but such a great reminder that we have so much to be thankful for, wherever we may happen to be on the day officially celebrated as "Thanksgiving".

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 14, 2013 at 8:04 AM

      Thanks Monty - apart from the logistics, I think you have used your travel allotment in car seats! Am still amazed over that one!

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  23. tiffany roseOctober 14, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    As usual, I'm late ;) but no less sincere ... happy thanksgiving to you and yours!

    I'm thankful for you and your blog. :)

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  24. LaneOctober 14, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving from Maine as well! No frost here yet along the coast. There is so much to be grateful for; I hope the coming year is good to you.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 14, 2013 at 5:30 PM

      We had frost yesterday! Was quite a shock! Right back at you! You have an exciting fall unfolding!

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  25. J.CrewJDOctober 14, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving WMM! Do you celebrate all over again when American Thanksgiving comes around? It'd be tempting... but what do I know?! Hope today is wonderful for you! I am thankful for so much, but really for the relationships I've built from within the JCA community. Best thing ever, especially with my IRL friends are scattered and too busy.

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 14, 2013 at 5:34 PM

      J crew jd - I just might celebrate the American one too this year! But no, we normally just celebrate the canadian thanksgiving. Thanks for the great wishes!

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  26. PatriciaOctober 14, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Hi Wendy, hope you are having a lovely Thanksgiving weekend. We just returned from spending time with our son and friends in Ottawa. Today is for resting up!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 14, 2013 at 5:35 PM

      Hi Patricia, so glad you got to do end your thanksgiving with your son! We are done eating and cleaning up now - very full!

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  27. UnknownOctober 14, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Happy happy Thanksgiving! :)

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  28. thatdamngreendressOctober 15, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    Happy thanksgiving! I love how in all the pictures with you and your friends everyone looks on the point of dissolving in gales of laughter- good times indeed!

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    1. WendyMcLeodMacKnightOctober 15, 2013 at 7:15 AM

      right back at you! yes, I think laughing is pretty much all we do!

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