fall things I want to do

 

Happy Tuesday, friends! I thought I'd talk about some things I want to do before this magical season is over; before we know it, it'll be December and we'll be saying goodbye to this year. Today was day #294 in my Bible reading plan, if that tells you anything. Without further ado, I'll jump in.

• have and/or attend a bonfire and roast marshmallows
• read the cozy mystery book I picked for book club
• plan something for my birthday
• bake more treats for the people I love
• take a sunset stroll
• use the back patio more
• have more family dinner nights
• serve others on a regular basis and try to talk my sons into coming with me
• go for a sunset drive
• make something savory with pumpkin
• find a winter wine that I enjoy as much as I loved the one my friend brought Saturday night
• do more fun and new things
• spend time with my friend with a Jacuzzi night on her back patio before she moves

What things do you want to do this fall season? I'd love to hear from you! Thanks for reading my blog today, friends. Love to all! 

Jenn 🖤

(I'm linking up with Joanne for today's post.)

weekending

 

Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had a good weekend! I'm linking up with Holly and Sarah for today's post. Did you do anything fun this weekend? Mine was full of fun things, and I am so glad to be able to say that, especially after such a low-key and quiet one last week. Here's what I did:

I celebrated the start of my weekend by watching a Hallmark Christmas movie on Friday morning. That's my favorite way to start a weekend! I've continued on with this pattern all weekend long, and I am not complaining one bit. 

After my movie, I got dressed and headed to run a few errands and to meet up with my mom. I haven't seen her in weeks, because they were sick when they came home from vacation last month. 

I got my nails done with my usual black for Halloween. 

We had sushi for lunch, then we went to John Mark's so Mom could see his Christmas decor. I still love his fall entranceway into the store, but I was bummed that he wasn't there this time. Fridays are busy for him, I'd imagine, what with all the weddings he does. 

I had to replace my mantle lights with these that I bought on Amazon; I'm not sure how I feel about them, but I can't find any that I like better. I bought these and some snowflakes for Christmas.

I picked up a small grocery order from Walmart and then came home to make these incredibly decadent cupcakes to take to Marilyn's that night. They're delicious and so easy! All you do is bake a spice cake according to the instructions on the box, but replace the eggs with half a can of pumpkin puree. I added chocolate chips, then I iced them with homemade cream cheese frosting (one block of cream cheese with a generous amount of powdered sugar that you beat to taste). Jonah and his friends were here hanging out while I made them, so I took some outside to them, and needless to say, they all disappeared. 

Marilyn made chicken tortilla soup for us in these beautiful clay bowls that she brought home from Bogota when she lived there with her family, and it was delicious! But the most exciting thing about that night was that we made this!

We were so impressed with ourselves over the fact that we made fire together! It was the perfect night for a bonfire, and it was a great way for her to christen the new fire stove that she bought herself. 

I lingered over my quiet time Saturday morning and then finished it off with some sourdough that I toasted and my favorite Christmas jam. Drew came over at noon, and we chatted and caught up while I made some brownies for him to take home. 

Then we went to La Perla Tapatia for lunch, where I had my favorite chicken soup. (I now realize I had that three days in a row, but I love it so much that I don't mind, plus Marilyn's was different than this, albeit equally as delicious.) 

I love seeing my boys' trucks/vehicles in my driveway!

Jonah came home in time for the Alabama/Tennessee game, but I'm glad I left before it was over. I know he was upset at the loss, but they were two equally matched teams. How sweet is Chloe with her dad? My friend Michelle came to pick me up with our picnic dinner, then we headed to the town square for Shakespeare on the Square where a local group of actor put on his show, A Comedy of Errors. 

We had subs from Jersey Mike's, and she brought some amazing wine that she ordered from Oregon, where she's from. How great are these cocktail napkins? 

Marilyn joined us before the play started. This was an incredibly fun night, and the weather was perfection! We sat in lawn chairs under blankets, and for an hour and a half, we were thoroughly entertained. I love that our town does this, and how much does this sound like Stars Hollow? IYKYK.

Sunday was church, then I came home for lunch and to take a nap, but I didn't have much luck with that. I left for a couple of errands, then I went to Graham's to get the two pups for the week while he has class each night. I'm excited they're here, and they were all so excited to see each other. I had leftover soup for my dinner after I put away my Costco haul, then I watched more Hallmark Christmas movies. Don't be shocked when you come back here next week and see my home decorated for the holidays. (I'm kidding, but I may do it before I leave for Denver on the 31st! 🤣)

What fun thing did you do this weekend? I'd love to hear from you! Thanks for reading my blog, friends. Love to all!

Jenn 🖤

Friday Favorite, 10.18.2024.

 

Happy Friday, friends! I'm linking up with Andrea and Erika for today's blog post. How has your week been? Mine has been pretty good; I had one really bad day, but the rest have redeemed that one. Before I get started, I'm sorry that I've been behind in my comments back to you and in reading blogs. I'm hoping to catch up more over the weekend, but I never want it to go without saying how thankful I am for all of you, for your prayers and your many words of kindness. Thank you from the very bottom of my heart! Many of you have emailed me too, and I love getting those emails! Keep them up if you want to keep doing that; my address is allboys@gmail.com. I'll jump in with my favorites from this week!

 

I loved this that Lysa Terkeurst put out this week on socials. This is a true statement! 

Wednesday's work outfit was my favorite. I love this cayenne colored sweater that I bought last weekend.

This Freddy Kruger scaring the bejeezus out of me is not my favorite. The neighbors and I had a good laugh over this when I went over there yesterday afternoon to talk to them about my current life situation. 

This sweatshirt and saying is my favorite! I changed into this when I went back to work Tuesday night. 

I love this type of Kind bar, it's a chewy peanut butter and it's delicious!

The three amigos cuddling on the couch will always be a favorite. My other baby dogs are coming to visit me next week! Graham is letting his two stay with me Sunday through Thursday, because he has a class each night from six to ten, and they would be alone all day long otherwise. I'm glad they'll be here with me and am looking forward to the extra pups! 

I love looking out at the deck each night and seeing this! 

Chloe's favorite place to be is in my arms. I am not complaining, because I can never resist her!

Monday night Book Club was a favorite from this week!

And so was this Mexican-inspired bowl that I had for dinner that night!

These Dr. Scholl's sneakers I bought last year are another favorite. I wore them several times this week and they felt so good to my aching feet. Also, this is the second time I've worn white pants after Labor day this week! It might be my new favorite thing. Do you wear white at this time of year? It feels scandalous. 

Why are owls my favorite??

Leaves on the ground this time of year has always been a favorite!

Last but not least is that Graham made us dinner at his house last night! He grilled us quesadillas—chicken, cheese, and spinach. They were delicious! We ate outside because it was so nice. 

Did you catch my other blog posts this week? I'll link them below. 

Monday was a weekend recap. 

Tuesday was about underrated products that I love and use regularly. 

Wednesday was a Hodgepodge post. 

Thursday was a link I co-hosted about a cozy wardrobe.

What was a favorite from your week? I'd love to hear from you! Thanks for reading my blog today, friends. Love to all!

Jenn 🖤

cozy dressing

 

Happy Thursday, friends! I'm co-hosting the Ageless Style link party today with several ladies, and the topic for this month is all about adding some cozy elements to your wardrobe. 

My favorite cozy weather wardrobe addition is a sweatshirt! I just ordered this one a couple of weeks ago, and it arrived on Monday. I love it so much, but I especially love what it says. I decided I need to wear this Tuesday night when I worked, because it had been a day. 

I love adding third pieces to my outfits this time of year, and this shawl from a few years ago that is J. Jill is a favorite. 

This was one of my Marshall's purchases from last weekend.

I also think that certain colors give off a cozy vibe; this faded olive green is one of my favorites. I wear lots of neutrals this time of year.

Cozy sweaters are fun when the weather is appropriate...

...and so is a flannel shirt that I wore last week and have since decided to let go of.

I love bronzy browns at this time of year!

And all black is always an easy and cozy feeling no-brainer. 

Notice I keep my footwear optional because the weather varies so much. 

I love this outfit that I wore yesterday; the sweater is another Marshall's purchase from last week, and I threw this vest on top to complete it, since it was cool. How do you add an element of cozy to your wardrobe? I'd love to hear from you! 

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Thanks for reading my blog today, friends. Love to all!

Jenn 🖤

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