i love november, not just for all of the awesomeness of thanksgiving and fall that happens within it, but also the joy and anticipation of being on the cusp of the christmas season. (i'll hit it's opposite - the despair of the holidays being over, in january.) it never fails to be a pretty spectacular month, and this year was no exception. we managed to pack tons of cozy snuggles, holiday prep and planning, seasonal starbucks drinks, homemade treats, brunches, birthday celebrations for friends, my first boxing class and a friendsgiving into the mix.

a couple items to note - if you haven't yet made the trip over to copper moon bar and grill, do so while the weather is amazing! they have the most adorable patio for evening drinks and brunch (we've been frequenting there lately.) and on the note of brunch, bodega's early riser cocktail of iced coffee and italian liquer is a must have. even if the morning is chilly.

here's a peek at how our month shaped up:

is there anything better than homemade cinnamon rolls? no, there's really not.

but most importantly, now that thanksgiving is over i can finally put my tree up!!!!