the most wonderful time

this is my favorite time of year. no not because it is the almost snow time but not quite here yet. not because my apartment is filled to the brim with leftover halloween candy. though that is a good reason to like this time. nope, this is my favorite time of the year because it is all my favorite holidays rolled into a 30 day span.

1. thanksgiving eve. man, this is a great night. i love gathering with my masters swimming friends & watching the dads get bombed. it is so fun!

2. christmas cookie making time. i love making christmas cookies. any occasion that these festive little treats are made (& consumed) should be considered a holiday. it is in my book.

3. my all time favorite holiday...MY BIRTHDAY! man, i really love birthdays & especially my own. i know i've discussed this previously but just a reminder that i love this day. but i hate the 'happy birthday' song. like deeply i hate it. please don't sing...please!

also on an unrelated note: look how pretty this clutch is! if you have a bazillion dollars, you can buy it for me for one of the aforementioned holidays. but if you have a bazillion dollars, you are also very good at keeping that a secret because i don't know anyone who does.

(thank you rachel zoe for making my life prettier)