Are These the Best Cheesecakes in America?

Found this on Yahoo! Looked yummy, so I'll share here. Who wants cheesecake? 

Your daily funny…because we all suck at something

What Every State in the U.S. is Worst at (from Yahoo!/Thrillist)

Michigan: Worst roads
8 Mile helped put Detroit back on the Hollywood map. Too bad every other mile in the state is as terrible as the Tigers in this year’s playoffs, since Michigan spends the least per capita on its roads and bridges, at $174 per person annually.

Harsh, but true. Find more tough love for the states here. 

Being thankful

The holidays can be a time of joy and celebration. This year ours will be tempered by some sadness because we lost a dear member of the family.  But, struggles sometimes force us to reflect and remember happier times.

While the pain is fresh, we still have so many things to be thankful for this year. I wanted to make sure to put them out there in case another friend or family member wants to see, or need a reminder too.

So, as we head into the crush of holiday travel, shopping and celebrating remember to be thankful. Today’s top fifty includes important people, and some fun items too! Why not try making your own list? Happy Thanksgiving!

What I’m thankful for…

1.  Family

2.  Friends

3.  A warm, loving home

4.  Getting through the school feast without any food fights

5.  Our oldest saying she’s thankful for her family

6.  Listening to our kids reading books together

7.  Family get-togethers

8.  Getting through dinner without any food fights (Hey, it could happen.)

9.  Green bean casserole (Nearly any kind. If you ever invite us for Turkey Day, have extra on hand.)

10. Music (It’s okay to listen to holiday music now, right?)

11. Chocolate (A contributor to positive mental health any season J)

12. Holiday photos (Especially, when they’re finished. Let the signing and sending begin!)

13. Silly stuff

14. Pumpkin pie with a serious pile of whipped cream on top

15. Football

16. Really good coffee

17. Lights aglow

18. Clear skies and clear roads for all the travelers out there!

19. Nav systems and alternate routes for when the travel isn’t so nice

20. Shopping (Except for the crazy days.)

21. Hand-holding

22. Quiet moments, usually at the end of the day, when the kids are tucked in bed

23. Free shipping

24. Family fun and games

25. When cousins reunite

26. Movie nights

27. Takeout

28. Cookie making

29. Snuggling by the fire

30. Hot Cocoa (see also #11 Chocolate)

31. Dressing up

32. Dressing down

33. Downtime

34. Writing time

35. Vacation!

36. Reminiscing

37. Gluhwein

38. Snow covered trees

39. Playing in the snow

40. Hearing my grandma and her sisters sing (Will miss it so much.)

41. Holiday cards from family and friends

42. Fresh baked bread

43. Great books

44. Sharing stories

45. Great book covers

46. Great mysteries

47. Great comedies

48. Seeing my breath outside on days we can stay home and play

49. Holidays
50. Faith, hope and love

Lil' Pumpkin by K. Gibson

5 Things to Enjoy this Holiday Season

If you’re still in a Turkey Day haze, then this is for you. Here’s a short list of things that might just help put you in a holiday mood and shake off the Grinchies. Enjoy!

Movies: There are lots of great choices. Try on a little Love Actually http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azcimpWgCT0

Food: Really great food, and sweaters to hide the fact that you’ve enjoyed a little too much.

Lights: The moment that hanging the lights turns into a scene from Christmas Vacation and someone starts channeling Clark W. Griswold.

Music: The Hanukkah Song by Adam Sandler http://www.hulu.com/watch/109925/saturday-night-live-sandler-update-song

The Glee Cast’s Version of Last Christmas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qy87cq2645U

Spirit: A child’s eyes lighting up on Christmas morning, people helping others out of kindness, a peaceful snowfall, and being part of the season’s wondrous joys.