Halloween, Pneumonia, and Turkey

After much "encouragement" to post on our blog, I have decided to write about a few things that have been on my mind.  Halloween is one of my favorite holidays because you get to dress up and eat LOTS of candy.   Moreover, the day after Halloween is even better because you can buy extremely discounted goodies.  Thanks to Publix and Dollar General, I have been on a sugar rush for the past month.  Publix had a 10-pack of full sized Snickers and M&Ms for $1.00!!!!  That is correct...$1, Bob!  I have also enjoyed an assortment of Hershey kisses, air heads, and cookies.  So I'm definitely looking forward to my next dentist appointment.

In addition to my candy fix, I have been trying to keep my distance from my new fiance.  Unfortunately, Erin has come down with walking pneumonia.  Where is this pneumonia stuff going anyway?  Maybe this has worked out well because her time off has given her the opportunity to do some wedding planning.  Is pneumonia a good enough excuse to lay around all day?  I guess so, but the prescription doesn't necessarily prohibit bathing.  Perhaps she will have time to look at some of my wedding responsibilities :)

Like most people (I think), I have not quit craving delicious Thanksgiving food since November 1.  Sweet potato pie, caramel cake, corn casserole, turkey and dressing, squash casserole, pumpkin pie, macaroni and cheese,  and cranberry salad... these are a few of my favorite things!  Geez Louize, I am a hungry hippo now!  More importantly, I am looking forward to spending time with family.  It will be a much needed, relaxing break.  Erin and I are also having to experience our first holiday of shared family time.  I sense the beginning of being pulled in two different directions for many years; but it will be a new, exciting time for both of us.

Finally, there is one last thing that consumes a large part of my cognitive processes--Alabama football.  This season has been incredible, and I am absolutely pumped about the (very good) potential of having back-to-back undefeated regular seasons.  I can't wait to destroy the Aubs again and move on to the most anticipated game of the season against Florida (basically the national championship game).  However, I am quite nervous about the possibility of an upset down on the plains.  We will see how it goes!  Roll Tide!