1.  Champions!  The Michigan State Football team wins a share of the Big Ten Title for the first time in 20 years.  AND Dantonio was named Big Ten coach of the year! Always proud to be a Spartan! 

Well, Happy December and Hello snow!  I love this time of year.  The lights, the decorations, the excitement, the smells..To me it is a season filled with hope and faith.  Throughout my childhood, my parents always made sure that the Christmas season was a magical season for all of us kids, and at 29, it is still a magical time for me. 

1.  I started my Beta Blocker, Propranolol and started wearing compression stockings.  I was terrified of swallowing my first pill because I’ve had a history of being allergic to medications, but thankfully nothing crazy happened.  My compression stockings are definitely going to take some time to get used to, and I would appreciate any tips on how to get them on in less than 20 minutes.

Today on Thanksgiving, I have so much to be thankful for.  I am thankful for traditions and for family.  I am thankful that I get to celebrate Thanksgiving with both sides of my family; the Dama’s and the Jaskolski’s.  I am thankful for all of my extended family; aunts, uncles, cousins…

I am thankful for the delicious food that fills my tummy.  Bounzadotes (sp?), Stuffing, Gnocchi and Italian Sausage, Turkey, Stuffed Mushrooms, Lemon Bars, Broccoli Rice casserole, Kids Wine, and so much more.