What's top of my mind: This is the beginning of my favorite time of year. I love Fall and Winter and all of the holidays that they bring. Last year our holidays were minimal because of TBG's health issues. This year, we're going to celebrate like we've always done. TBG is very artistic, and he always does our pumpkin for Halloween. My task is always a special Halloween treat. We both found our inspiration for this year, and I'm super excited. Below are the photos of our inspiration, and I'll post our creations next month when we do them so you can let us know how we did. Yes, even if their an epic failure, I'll show you.
Where I've been: We went to fund raiser around noon today at our local Elk's so we enjoyed their famous fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, salad and roll. When it comes to this meal, they are the best in town. Other than work all week, I didn't venture out anywhere. Work was enough.
Where I'm going: I plan on running to the craft store to pick up a few things. The farmer's market is on my list, because the season is coming to a close so I want to enjoy fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and zucchini while we can. I'll be working Tuesday thru Friday and I'm preparing myself because it is going to be brutal.
What I'm watching: We finished Master Chef Generations. It was fun watching and I was happy with the one that won the final cook. I've had Gilmore Girls on while working in the kitchen. I can't even tell you how many times I've seen the entire series, and I still enjoy it.
What I'm reading: This week I plan to start The Bookshop of Hidden Dreams by Karen Hawkins. I've read the entire series and loved each book so I'm excited to start this one.
What I'm listening to: A lot of BS from a company that was hired by Corporate to make everything wonderful.
What I'm eating:
BLT and zucchini 'fries'
My sooth your soul chicken and bean soup with cornbread. I really do think this soup is magical. You just feel so good after eating it.
BIG salad X 2
Chicken with peppers and onions and spicy rice with a roll up and green sauce.
Beef cheeseburger with a special sauce and pickled onions with zucchini 'fries'
Since we had a big lunch, we're having left over soup for dinner. It will hit the spot.
I did bake TBG a sweet potato pie this morning, and it filled the kitchen with scent of fall. 😍
Who needs a good slap: Anyone that believes one size fits all. It doesn't. What works for some will not work for others. If things are working well, with wonderful outcomes, don't try to 'fix' a problem that doesn't exist by creating more problems than you can imagine.
What is making me smile: SO many things. TBG is feeling back to normal and doing so well. Binx, continues to grow into such a smart, loveable, crazy cat. I have people in my life that I love and appreciate more than I can ever say. And even though the world feels like it is crumbling all around us sometimes, we're doing well. I have many reasons to smile and for that I am very thankful.
I hope everyone is doing well and is able to see the reasons in your life to smile.
Have a wonderful Sunday and a fabulous week!!
