Family and time and friends

There are many different definitions of family... some think of those that live in the house with them, while others branch out onto their family tree with aunts, uncles, cousins, and so on. I had the opportunity to see family (the branches of the tree) last night at the funeral home. One of my dad's 1st cousins passed away on Sunday, unexpectedly. Not the most joyous time to see those you never see, except maybe once a year at a family reunion.... if that even. Seeing family always brings back nostalgia and memories. With Holidays around the corner, I know there will be lots of family time. There are times we tend to rush through things... and forget that family is important, and the time with them is precious. As I get older, time passes by faster and faster. I can't believe the end of October already!!!! Fall also makes me think of friend time too! It makes me want to go to craft shows and buy Christmas presents, go to corn mazes and carve pumpkins, sit outside, and drink coffee. I think this may be my favorite time of year....