Fall Memories

[endless_musings]

The weather today reminds me of memories from times past like those of when my Dad and I went to Disney in the fall just the two of us. We were able to go for the filming of the Christmas Day Parade that was really filmed nearly a month and a half in advance. We had a chance to see the Dancing with the Stars Cast perform as well as see Jessica Simpson and speak with her for a brief moment. She was really nice too. One of his favorite parts of the day is going to the ice cream parlor off of Main Street. He worked at this same location when he was in high school and shortly after. He always like to tell the cast members about when he worked there and they all seemed genuinely interested. We then proceeded to ride all of our favorite rides and eat all of our favorite holiday treats. I miss all of these special times before he and mom got sick. Life was just a little more special. I feel as if I am living more in my memories as of late especually this time of year. The holidays have been hard since their passing but I am still doing what I can to make them special in my own way. I have my son to still think of and the older he gets I know one day he is going to move on with a family of his own.

I don’t think that people should be forced to hold down family traditions if they don’t want to but on the same hand if they bring you Joy and happiness for all parties. Then I think it’s a welcome custom.

Sipping Apple Cider and Hot Cocoa are some of my little Joys in life. Also pulling out my mothers Publix pilgrims for the table bring a little bitter sweet smile. This November I want to take notice in the things that really make me happy and thankful for. It’s hard to look on the bright side with everything going on with the virus and the election where people are tearing each other apart but this is the best time to try.