TBB Asks/Giving Thanks Edition

Hello, dear friends.  I hope that you had an enjoyable weekend.  

Today I am linking up with The Blended Blog. My buddy, Andrea of the fabulous blog, Living On Cloud Nine writes the questions, and fellow bloggers answer them.
  

1. Have you ever kept a Gratitude Journal? 
Yes or No? 

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No, I have not.
I was going to lie and say yes so you would like me more, but unfortunately, I'm too lazy to keep up with it.

2. Hosting Thanksgiving at your house? 
Yes or No?

We will be in Dallas with our girls and celebrating at one of my favorite places in the world.

3. Favorite Food from The Thanksgiving Meal?

My favorite Thanksgiving dish is the classic Southern Sweet Potato Casserole.

Hold the sweet potatoes please, I'll just have the topping.

4. What one thing in Nature are you most grateful for? 

Visiting New England

The Fall colors always lift my spirits.

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But then I think about what's on the horizon, and I find myself not so happy anymore. 


5. Pumpkin Pie: Yes or No?

Although I love almost everything pumpkin, the pie is not my favorite.  I would much prefer one of these Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars.  
You can find the recipe here.

6. Traditional Cookbook: Yes or No?

belmarrahealth.com

What's a cookbook again?

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Don't judge.
It's genetic.
My Mother owned one cookbook, and this was it.

7. Oven Baked or Deep-Fried Turkey?

I've only had fried turkey once, and it was when we lived in Texas.  I LOVED it!  This photo is so pretty, and the recipe features a Spicy Bourbon marinade.  

8. Thanksgiving Leftovers: Yes or No?

If the leftovers include Ree Drummond's Leftover Thanksgiving Panini, I'm all in.

9. What is one household product you are most grateful for?

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This stuff works miracles.  It makes all our wood floors look shiny and new.

10. Are you most grateful for home-cooked meals or restaurant meals?

Why go out for hamburger when I can get steak at home?  
For those of you who are new to my blog, my Mister is a former executive chef.

It's no wonder I can't lose weight!

Until next time...

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October 2.0 / TBB Asks

Hello, dear friends.  How was your weekend?  Ours was busy.  We spent Saturday working on Fall window boxes and pots.  I'd show you a photo, but the mums never look good until they bloom.  

I spent Sunday with my good buddies touring some gorgeous homes in Hingham.  I took lots of pics to share with you later in the week.

This is just one of the beauties that we toured.  

Stay tuned for more gorgeous homes.

Chili turned the corner over the weekend and is on her way to becoming her old self.  

Doesn't she look like Little Bo Beep wearing Uggs?

As you can imagine, her cone of shame is not her favorite fashion accessory.

I am linking up with The Blended Blog this morning. 

Favorite Fall Color?

I love an unexpected pop of orange all year round.
This is a photo from my Sista's House Tour in Connecticut.

Dooney & Bourke


I also love to carry a purse with a punch of color for two reasons.

It's easier to locate, and it distracts the eye from my hip area.

Apple Cider Cold or Hot?

Hot!
And I wouldn't mind if it is spiced up a bit, either. 

The recipe can be found here.

Caramel Apple -Yes or No?

I love caramel apples, but my veneers are not as thrilled about them.
Isn't this the cutest Caramel Apple Bar?

You can read more about it here.

Pumpkin Donut or Apple Cider Donut?

Pumpkin, please.

I'll just take the holes because I'm watching my girlish figure.

The recipe can be found here.

Long or short cardigan?

Banana Republic

Long!
I ordered this one to cover my multitude of sins.





Favorite Football or Fall Party Food?

Bacon Crack Bites

Pumpkin Pecan Baked Brie 


Either one of these appetizers would make my boat float. 





White or OrangePumpkins?

So far white on the inside and plenty of orange in the window boxes and pots.


Hayride or Bonfire?

Bonfire, because there are usually s'mores involved.



Favorite Fall Baked Good?

To me, there is nothing as delicious as an old fashion pumpkin roll.  As a matter of fact, I could go for a piece with my coffee this morning.



Most Anticipated Fall Activity

Decorating 
(last year's pic)

and Entertaining!


Until next time...

Entertainment Q & A

Hello, dear friends.  I don't know about you but my weekend whipped by.  The Mister and I worked our fingers to the bone planting our window boxes and pots all day Friday.  The more we work together, the better we get.  I only had to threaten to call the divorce lawyer 12 times which is a world record.

Saturday, I spent the picture-perfect day with two good buddies touring breathtaking homes in the charming town of Wellesley.  Not to worry - I took lots of pics.

Today, I am linking up with The Blended Blog.  It is all about my favorite subject - entertainment.  Lovely Andrea from Living on Cloud Nine came up with the questions.  

1. Comedy or Drama?

Both!

Fiction or Non-Fiction?

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Both!!

3.  Movies in theater or at home?

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The Mister and I love to go to the movies.
As you can see, we always dress for the occasion.

4.  Musical or play?

Both!

5. Which meal of the day is your favorite to eat out?

Wellness beyond 50

Any meal that includes wine.

6.  Favorite book ever read?

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I can think of about ten books that I truly enjoyed.
I read Beach Music about 15 years ago, and it was the first book that came to mind. 

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Another one worth mentioning is The Art of Racing in the Rain which I read about ten years ago, and I still think about it.

I've given both books as gifts to friends.



7. Game night:  yes or no?

Let me put it this way.  When I participated in the neighborhood Bunco night in McKinney, my least favorite part of the evening was playing the game.

Boy, do I ever miss those days!


8.  Favorite game to play outside?

I like to do laps in our pool.


9.  Favorite TV series ever?

I spent another Sunday night in tears.

This show just keeps getting better. 

A 3-way tie.


10. Sitcoms growing up or today?

My all-time faves.


11. Miniature golf or bowling?

12.  Favorite movie theatre candy?

When we go to our local theater, we both order these ice cream sandwiches.  A lot of times I like my snack better than the flick. 



13.  How do you like your popcorn?

I am not a fan of movie theater popcorn.
I do enjoy this Smart Food Sea Salt popcorn with a side of chardonnay.


14.  3D movies with the glasses - yes or no?

Sun & Sand Resort

Not so much.
Too much work.


15.  Favorite genre of books to read?

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Emotionally-charged Fiction.

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Breathtaking thrillers

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Heart-wrenching love stories

What are your favorites?

Until next time...

This is how I found Chowdah this morning snoring his heart out.