Mixed emotions about November.

Yesterday was opening day for deer hunting with guns here in Michigan and although I can fully understand the "thrill of the hunt", it's also sad because I know I won't be seeing scenes like this for awhile. This guy was standing right in front of me the other day and I was thrilled to get these "shots". 

At the same time, I've been excited for my Daughter and Granddaughter to enjoy their first hunting experience! My future son-in-law is to be commended for taking two female novices out there last week (with a crossbow) and teaching them the basics. He was rewarded with a nice buck and the girls also learned about what has to happen when you do kill a deer! 





Today was a very quiet walk and all I saw were birds, including some geese that were relaxing around a backyard pond and a Cardinal who was meeting with a few friends. 

Thanksgiving is only a week away. Don't know if I'll be spending the day alone or with the kids. Our trip to TN has been cancelled so it could be a very quiet day.


If I'm alone, I will try to create a "traditional" meal without things like stuffing or mashed potatoes or pumpkin pie. Actually, I will eat a sweet potato with my turkey AND I found a lowcarb pumpkin pie recipe, so I'll just be making some "adjustments" to my traditional dinner. :) 


What will you be doing for Thanksgiving?