1. I know I should say something about ties here, but right now, words escape me.

2. NovCember is the longest month; too many holidays all in a row and not enough time to enjoy them.

3. You can't help but smile when you see a little boy in a bow tie!

4. Snow; bring it on!  As if we have a choice!

5. Where have you looked lately for sleds?  There is snow currently on the ground and counting... and the seasonal aisle is carrying water pistols and pool floaties... Can you say major marketing faux pas?

6. Panic is now widely available.  All of Northern Virginia is in chaos due to the impending/paralyzing storm that's coming.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to snow, tomorrow my plans include snow, snow and more snow, and Sunday, I will be doing lots of and lots of shoveling!  Holy Moly - at least my forearms will be strong!