In Northern places, November is a time when the world seems to be holding its breath. Gray skies and bare trees mark this interval between high Autumn and Winter. Some find November dismal, but there is a beauty to it than can be appreciated by those with open eyes and open hearts. It’s no coincidence that we choose this barren and gloomy month to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. We will deal with the idea of being able to savor our personal November-like times, as we wait for the next thing to arrive