On the heels of Thanksgiving, before rushing headlong into the Christmas Season as I usually do~ I’m lingering at the table with a warm palette of neutrals and a touch of soft gold. . .enjoying the last few days of November. I found this 222 Fifth, Gold Leaves pattern at T. J. Maxx several weeks ago~ there were only a few pieces remaining…
Month: November 2011
Thankful
I’m thankful for the change of seasons. . . For our nest. . . For neighbors. . . For family. . . Wishing you a lots of good food . . . And a relaxing holiday. . . Have a Safe & Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for your visit, I’m joining: A Southern Daydreamer for Outdoor Wednesday~ The Tablescaper for Seasonal…
Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin with Rosemary Double Crust
Yukon Gold meet Sweet Potatoes in a gratin with a double crust, layered with rosemary and Gruyère cheese; a perfect side for Thanksgiving with turkey or the holidays with prime rib or beef tenderloin. This post contains affiliate links. For more information see my disclosure policy. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If…
Thanksgiving Lakeside Tablescape
I set a table lakeside for Thanksgiving taking advantage of the last of the Fall color and warm temperatures. . . I soaked some oasis & filled a pumpkin for a centerpiece again this week using roses, sunflowers, daisies, and Hypericum berries from the market along with leaves & clippings from our shrubs. A visit to the produce section for…
Pumpkins at the Table
I have been enamored by these little ornamental pumpkins this Fall~ known as Lil’ Pump-ke-mon variety, or more commonly Tiger Striped. I’ve enjoyed them all through the month of October~ for Halloween, for my picnic and again at my harvesting table. They are the guests of honor this week~ setting the stage for the color &…
Thinking Pink
I’m Thinking Pink for my friend Carolyn as she is begins her journey to battle Breast Cancer. We joined her for a “Hair Today~ Gone Tonight” Party where her daughter buzzed her hair after her first chemo treatment and we showered her with love & support. I planted some Pink Rebound Pansies for her and for…
A Coastal Reunion
I had the good fortune to be invited to the beach for a weekend reunion with former roommates & suitemates to celebrate our milestone birthdays this year. . . The six of us happy & lucky to have a friend/roommate with access to a beach house. . . Enjoying the scenery while reminiscing on our college years . .…
Picnic with Pumpkins
It’s been the perfect picnic weather~ sunny, with a little nip in the air. . . I pulled out the pumpkins, spread some blankets & pillows and pulled on a sweater for a lakeside picnic since the boat is tucked away. A seasonal sip of Pumpkin Ale to wet your whistle~ Leftover Pork Tenderloin makes a perfect picnic slider~…
Up, Up and Away!
We attended the Carolina BalloonFest two weeks ago~ our second year enjoying this annual weekend event held in Statesville, NC and a short drive from the lake. A colorful, fun event and the second oldest hot-air balloon festival in the country~ with 50 Hot Air Balloons and Mass Ascensions, a Balloon Glow, Tethered & Hot Air rides,…
Harvesting, Reaping, & Sowing
I’ve spent a little time Harvesting this week. . . Reaping some of Nature’s Bounty~ Sowing the ingredients for a Pumpkin Vase Centerpiece. . . a few clippings from the garden & fall grasses, along with Sweetgum branches for some leafy fall color. . . Collecting Sunflowers, Mums, Daisies & Hypericum Berries from the Farmers Market as well as…