Sunday, November 22

I did a little Christmas shopping with Mom and Jenna on Sunday. Our find of the day was the Seasons gallery in Hudson - we found a few one-of-a-kind gifts for the upcoming holiday season.

Saturday, November 21

I did not get a photograph of what I want to remember about Saturday, November 21 - but this is a moment I want to remember. I flew into Minneapolis in the morning; stepping off the 10am flight, I headed to baggage claim, where I expected John to be picking me up after my luggage came. As I walked towards the carousel, I noticed a familiar looking guy sitting at a table in front of claim 6. John came inside to surprise me - something he has never done before (and something he swore he wouldn't do). His gesture made my day.

Friday, November 20

The first of my holiday decorations went up today (as the fall decorations came down). I would not normally make the transition so early, but I will not be home until December after I leave for Minnesota tomorrow. I don't want to miss out on any holiday cheer once I'm home.

Thursday, November 19

I ordered some new photos to put in the wall collage in the hallway, in recognition of John moving in.

Wednesday, November 18

There's a theme happening this week. I created some Christmas cards tonight, although these are not the design I am planning to send in the mail (I cannot reveal that!).

Tuesday, November 17

My holiday playlist made its 2009 debut today.

Monday, November 16

Tis the season ... and one of my first orders of business is watching "Love Actually."