November

I haven't been writing much. Pictures have just been easier.... and not too much is going on. The leaves are falling off of all the trees and the ground is fabulous. When we take walks, Masie just stares down, fascinated.

Still, it is a Georgian fall, involving short-sleeves, air condition, and no brilliant colors. This is the season that I miss Roanoke. I remember the fall there so well. I remember turning around in a valley surrounded by mountains full of leaves so bright and colorful that you never become immune to their beauty.

Heath bought a hybrid bike and seems to love it. He bought it in true "Heath" style: mentioned casually to me that he would like a bike, left 10 minutes later, and returned smiling and chatting and said, "I bought a bike." :) Yes, I know, honey! Anyway, he rode into the Highlands the other day for dinner, and I am glad he likes the bike.... I wish I made decisions like he does. I keep running through options and consequences until I am going nuts! He just makes a decision and does it. You should have seen us buy a car together. It was funny...

Masie is still asleep right now, and she slept all night. I feel rested and content. Sleep makes me a better person. Motherhood has been a constant sleep deprivation experiment. Wow! You just do whatever you need to. My mom told me that is the way it was, and again, she was right. Lately though, she has been sleeping 11-12 hours. YEA!!!!

Dad and Kathy are coming to Atlanta tomorrow to take care of Masie, so that Heath and I can go out for a nice dinner. We have reservations at Chops. (I want the stone crabs so badly) Anyway, I can't wait to see my dad either, and I am happy he is bringing Kathy.

More later.. Love to you all. Please say a prayer for Elizabeth Dressler's dad who is having a hard go of it right now.

Marie