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Hey hey, happy Friday!
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Another week in the books. And time for another edition of Weekend Favorites!
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1. Love this article about happiness habits. Let’s all strive to be supremely happy!
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2. I’m going to spend some time breaking out the pumpkin in my kitchen this weekend. I have a few recipes coming together in my head, but I’ve been looking for pumpkin inspiration. How about pumpkin meatloaf, pumpkin manchego gnocchi, pumpkin mac ‘n cheese, or pumpkin cinnamon rolls? Can I have one of everything? Also, if you’ve never made these soft pumpkin cookies, you haven’t lived. They put the dream in dreamy.
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3. Amazing food hacks. My life has been changed for the better. Especially the taco trick – genuis!
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4. It’s official. Thank you to Netflix (and my friend, K) I have become addicted to Breaking Bad. Ironically, I cancelled my cable because I never had/made the time to watch TV. I am entering hermit status until I finish plowing through all 5 seasons.
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5. This girl can write. I’m gently reminded that I don’t need to “have it all” to feel utterly content and happy with life, even in small doses. Thank you, Megan! I’m going to have to make those cookies, too.
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6. I am a complete scarf whore. Like seriously, I have a nice lil’ collection going, and can’t turn down a beautiful scarf. Have you seen these gorgeous scarves from fashionABLE? Beautiful, hand-crafted, AND the purchase of every scarf helps to create sustainable business in Africa and fight poverty. I am so down with amazing initiatives like this one.
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7. My friend, J has me hooked on to the Astro Twins astrology website. I’m not sure how much I believe in all of that stuff, but it’s rather entertaining to read my daily, weekly, and monthly horoscopes. I’ve gotten into the habit of reading my horoscope after the day, week, or month has passed to test out how accurate the predictions are. SO entertaining. And surprisingly, kind of true.
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8. Making a fall picnic happen has just soared to the top of my Fall Bucket List. Thanks for the inspiration, Megan! Also on the list – get thrown into a pile of freshly raked leaves, go apple-picking, and drink pumpkin beer.
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9. After deliberating for ages about whether or not to buy these boots, I finally bit the bullet this past week and splurged. Don’t worry, I found them for a much better deal than the price listed, but they still cost me a fair chunk of change. But they’re so perty and very well made. I can’t wait to wear them for approximately 239 of the next 250 days.
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Friends, enjoy your weekend! And happy early Autumnal Equinox! I hope you all can find the time to relax and enjoy a special moment or two.
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I got a pair of Frye boots last fall and absolutely love them. I wear them all the time. No shame! They did take a while to break them in though.
I love the taco trick, the oreo ice coffee thing, and the straw butter trick. I am pretty sure I would never do the straw trick at the theater because I would be too embarrassed.
I think you should break out the straw trick at the theatre, just to see people’s reactions. I bet everyone would think you’re a genius!
This reminds me I need one of those scarves asap! And THANK YOU for including my gnocchi in your pumpkin love list 😉 xo
Thank you for sharing such a lovely recipe. 🙂
Hi Amanda,
Norm made the Cosmic Cookies and they are so good. Where did you get your boots? I had a pair of Frye for 20 years. The leather wore well and had them resoled twice, have been longing for a pair; feeling nostalgic. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Wendy
Hi Wendy! I’m so glad Norm keeps making the recipes that I share! Aren’t the cosmic cookies amazing? The only place I’ve seen Frye boots for sale in Edmonton is at Gravity Pope on Whyte Ave, but they do sell a large chunk of the collection. I’m so glad to hear that your previous pair of Frye boots held up so well! I hope you are well. xo
Come on over, I will make us some pumpkin mac and cheese! 🙂 Right now we are finishing up the Sopranos but our next show is going to be Breaking Bad.. is it as good as everyone says?!
Be careful about throwing that kind of invite around, I might take you up on it. 😉 Mac and cheese + Breaking Bad sounds heavenly. And yes, it really is that good.
Breaking bad is absolutely amazing! I’m so sad the final episode is next week but I have a feeling it is going to be epic!
If I continue my hermit status, I may be able to catch up in time for Sunday’s finale. Maybe. Currently halfway through season 3!
Love the boots you bought! Totally worth the splurge because they’ll last more than 5 years! Okay gotta go, I’m going to check out The AstroTwins, I’m so curious!
Thank you, Marie. I need all of the justification for spending that kind of money on a pair of boots as I can get! 🙂 I hope you find the Astro Twins as entertaining as I do!
I am so desperate for Fall. But it’s just turned Spring here! I want those boots.
Look on the bright side, at least you made it through Winter! I am already dreading the next 6 months!