Welcome to November. This is the month when we really start to feel that fall has arrived. As much as I love summer, fall is a close second. The brilliant colors, the harvest decorations, the brisk air that leaves our cheeks rosy and the feel of pulling on a fleece for the first time all evoke a sense of comfort. And there’s that scent in the air that is unmistakable—you know, the burning leaves, the fireplaces, and of course, the turkey.
Which brings me to Thanksgiving. What a great holiday. You get to graze all morning on appetizers, sit down late afternoon to feast on over a dozen different dishes, digest while watching football or a holiday classic (growing up I remember when King Kong and Mighty Joe Young were popular during the holidays), then return to the table for an array of desserts. What a relaxing holiday (unless you’re the host, of course!)
Here’s a bit of trivia for you—did you know that Benjamin Franklin thought the turkey was so American it should have been chosen as our national symbol rather than the eagle? If that had proven true, I wonder what bird we’d all be eating on Thanksgiving. Just a thought to ponder. For more Thanksgiving fun facts, turn to page 53.
This month we bring you our first Arts & Theatre issue. Read about 18 theatres and dozens of art galleries and museums in Albany and the surrounding areas. With the temperatures rapidly dropping, seeing a show or visiting a museum is a great way to stay warm.
Another way to warm up is by working out. Judy Torel’s fitness column this month focuses on seniors. She offers some great tips on how to ease into an exercise routine with simple movements that, once mastered, will allow you to join a group class at a fitness center or other setting. Remember, no matter what your age, it’s never too late to start enhancing your quality of life.
As always, there are many more exciting articles on the following pages. Parents, if you have any questions for Dr. Cale, please email them to me at the address below. He’ll be addressing them in an upcoming issue.
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
Enjoy!
Mary Beth DeCecco
marybeth@capitalregionliving.com