We went to our usual potluck at a friends. Our contribution is pies, which works out very nicely, since we don't have to make a big turkey and tons of other stuff, just two pies: one cherry, one pumpkin. They make the turkey, the gravy, the potatoes. Othersbring sides and appetizers. We've been going to this potluck for about 16 years, with one exception. In recent years, it is the only time we see these friends as they live on the far side of town and our jobs and lives no longer intersect at regular intervals. So, sometimes, I don't know any of the other guests. But this year, I knew everyone, if only from previous years. It made for great conversation to go along with great food. To top it off, Lisa made a special gluten-free pie just for me, so I could enjoy dessert as well. It was a lovely day.

Yesterday, we successfully avoided the crowds of the acquisitive and put our outside decorations up. It was 65 degrees and sunny. Much better than the usual 40. No frozen fingers and toes.