Movie Monday…

Joe Fox: Don’t you love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address. On the other hand, this not knowing has its charms.

~You’ve Got Mail (1998)

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Thankful Thursday…

Today I’m so very thankful for:

All of the people in my life…those who love, challenge, support, encourage, work & play with me!!

…What are you thankful for this Thursday (aka Thanksgiving)?

Hope you all have the very best Thanksgiving!

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Literature Snippet…

Love is a flower that grows in any soil,

works its sweet miracles undaunted by autumn frost or winter snow,

blooming fair and fragrant all the year,

and blessing those who give

and those who receive.

~Louisa May Alcott, Little Men

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Turkey Day Place Settings…

Do you host Thanksgiving at your house?  I have yet to take on that responsibility!  But I love dreaming about what I would cook if I did…not to mention how I would decorate.

Here is some inspiration for Thanksgiving Day place settings…

…Do you decorate your table a certain way?

I love how my Mom always decorates the table…even when it’s just our immediate family!

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Thanksgiving Meal for the Ages…

Katie & Billy Joel’s marriage didn’t last…but this meal which was influenced by both of their roots stands the test of time!  After first seeing these recipes featured in InStyle magazine years ago…it has become my family’s favorite Turkey Day meal!

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…Seriously, everything on this menu is Delicious…with a capital “D!”

Do you have tried & true recipes to follow for Turkey Day?

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Autumn In The Home…

Here are three simple tips to decorate your home with autumn’s charm from the gorgeous blog 79 Ideas…

…Have fun bringing fall’s beauty into your home!

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Classic Trench…

I’m really wishing I had a classic trench coat this fall…

before the really cold weather forces me to pull out all of my winter outerwear!

…Jackie O. always seemed to get it right!  Any tips as to where to find a nice, classic trench coat (not too much $$)?

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Spiked Mulled Cider…

This weekend my plans consist of nada, nil, nothing…and I couldn’t be more excited to just lounge around & sleep in!  I’m thinking in between vegging out on the couch I may have to try out this warm, delicious looking drink!

{Spiked Mulled Cider}

via Jenny Steffens Hobick

1 gallon of apple cider or juice
2 cups of spiced rum
1 cup of Mulling Spices*
1 vanilla bean
1 orange, sliced
1 teaspoon of ground clove
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Sticks, Star Anise and Cloves for Garnish

Put all ingredients into a large pot on your stove and simmer on low.  Serve warm.

*If you’d like to make your own Mulling Spices, combine whole cloves, star anise, and allspice, OR you can buy it from  Williams-Sonoma Mulling Spices

…yum, it’s warming me up just looking at it!!

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Thankful Thursday…

Today I’m so very thankful for:

1. A Beautiful MN Autumn…it was much needed before we head into winter!
2. Leftover Halloween Treats…which have made my workweek a little sweeter!
3. Wonderful Friends…who let me be “Me!”
4. My Brother…who fearlessly chases after his dreams!
5. A Great Boss…who lets me take extra mini-vacations!

…What are you thankful for this Thursday?

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Fall Picnics…

Picnics=Summertime

…at least in my mind.  Although I’m not sure why?  Because after looking at these lovely images I’m thinking a fall picnic is where it’s really at!

…Have you taken a picnic in Autumn?  Any recommendations as to what to pack?

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