The Season of Su

Alright, it's been pathetically long since I've posted. I'd like to blame technical difficulties, which are true, but the reality is it shouldn't take me four weeks to figure out that while I can see my blog, I can't post to it. After all, Dave is cruising down the Internet Highway with Yahoo - I blame it on the fact that the log-in screen changed to Google and I'm fairly certain that is taboo in our house. Or the simple truth - this time of year is affectionately referred to as "The Season of Su." For those that are unaware, from Halloween until January 1st, I kick it into high gear, summon my inner Martha Stewart, and become the hostess with the mostess.

Case in point - follow my upcoming weekends with me:

Thanksgiving:
Known to some as the day we celebrate the founding of our country and gorge ourselves with the turkey and the trimmings. Simply known in my household of "How many different ways can you cook a turkey." Yes, this year, I believe we are trying roasting, frying and smoking an assortment of birds for the carnivores. Our experiments will be tried by none other, than 31 family members congregating at our house. This is enough to send most people into epileptic shock - I on the other hand just consider this the appetizer to upcoming parties.

Lakeview Pantry Toy Drive - 12/5 (also known as 'one week later'):
For the past ten years, we have graciously hosted the Lakeview Pantry Toy Drive. What started as a small dinner party in our house, has turned into the party of the season. 31 people? Nah, that's chump change. Try 500 people at Murphy's Bleachers for the party of the year, with none other than me and a couple of girlfriends leading the charge.

Santa Party and Train Ride - 12/12 (also known as 'one week later'):
Five years ago (because I was clearly party-unstable), we opted to host a Breakfast with Santa open house. 75 people showed up that first year to see Santa, who knew that Santa was such a draw for the young kids. This year, in an effort to outdo and 'keep things fresh', we've opted for Dinner with Santa and chartering our own L train. Yep, you heard that right, we are hijacking the CTA for our own brand of fun. And unlike years past, this is no longer a free party - you pay to play. Who knew that 286 people would want to fork over their hard earned bucks for a chance to pretend like they are an early evening commuter.

Throw in there a couple of business trips (Philly and Boca Raton), a wedding, two holiday parties for work, and an anniversary - you have the making of "The Season of Su".

In other words, I promise to try to find time to post, but the postings may be few and far between 'The Season of Su'. As an added bonus, I'm actually posting two other postings that have been languishing in my 'need to post' folder!

Cheers!