Firsts, and maybe lasts

 I don't do those "year of memories" type of posts some people enjoy at year's end, but this year has been a period of firsts around here. 

First joint replacement, first car sale, were pretty big, and the reunion with the local art group was significant. Also an expensive year with appliances and plumbing and HVAC and  kitchen wall repairs. And first for many years, Handsome Son is not working Thanksgiving so we will celebrate on the "right" day. 

Then there's the last drive in the car, which I can't remember, probably the food pantry, and a very nice possible last, this sudden blooming of the little chrysanthemum out front 

It just appeared overnight, when I was sure yet again that the season was done.

Shedding a car is pretty significant winnowing, and, the check having cleared overnight, corporate checks get the fast track, I've already directed the funds where they'll work for me.  It's a change to have money coming in instead of rushing out.

Happy day everyone, it feels so free not to be concerned about tonight's cold rain turning to ice on the car. Not my circus, not my monkeys.  Do you have a "not my circus" in your life just now?

Some very interesting textiles are coming my way soon, definitely my circus, thanks to a thoughtful friend, to add to my textile education and experience.  So many good people and so much good stuff.