better than Christmas

This weekend has proven to me, once and for all, that Thanksgiving is definitely better than Christmas. 

Here are five reasons why I think so: 

1.  The Weather. 

Fresh, cool and crisp in the morning.  Afternoon highs ranging from mid-teens to mid-twenties. Sweaters and jeans.  Brisk evening walks without the need for a shower afterwards.  The best.  

Annual after dinner walk.
 I really didn't need that toque.  It was beautiful outside!  

Same after dinner walk.... the sun was so bright it blinded us!  

2.  The Beauty 

What can possibly compare to clear blue skies with contrasting red, yellow, orange, and green trees?   It is truly a spectacle for the eyes and we are so fortunate to bare witness year after year.  People travel long distances in hopes of getting a glimpse.  We're surrounded by it for an entire month... or more.  I wish those beautiful leaves stayed up there all winter.  

Taking a break from catching leaves at Centennial Park.
They were falling out of the trees onto us!

3.  The pressure is off. 

At Thanksgiving, there's no pressure to give gifts.  The holiday is based on being thankful for the blessings in your life.  Uncomplicated.  Like.  

Ruby's gift to me was her making efforts to zip up her own coat!  

4.  No Snow pants or winter boots.   (need I say more?)

Hats, mitts and sneakers.   Done.  

5.  Turkey and Pumpkin Pie.

Pumpkin pie is my favourite dessert and I only get it once a year.  Another reason why it's my fave.

So, there you have it.  Another year of blessings and thankfulness.  

Happy Best Holiday of the Year Everyone!  

-L ox