I know autumn doesn't actually start until September 22 but in this house, it starts September 1. It's time for pumpkin spice lattes, fall decorations, and it is sweater weather (although the weather forecast hasn't quite got the message yet!).
The weather for the week ahead:::
On my reading pile:::
The Book of Last Letters by Kerry Barrett was a good read - it was on my Kindle, so I read it whenever I had a few minutes. I pulled The Last Dress from Paris by Jade Beer from my bookshelves, and I have that one going too.
On my TV:::
Another week of this and that. I've been on a Renaissance kick and worked my way through the three seasons of Medici (Season 1 was titled Medici: Masters of Florence while Seasons 2 and 3 were titled Medici: The Magnificent) and then moved on to The Borgias. Historical accuracy was loose but both series were entertaining, with the music from the Medici seasons being really good and the gowns from The Borgias are exquisite.
A couple of others on our list this week were the map that leads to you on Amazon Prime and Double Scoop on Hallmark+, both very enjoyable.
We also watched the new episode of Blood of my Blood, the prequel to Outlander.
We also watched The Thursday Murder Club on Netflix but tune in tomorrow for more on that.
Checked off the list:::
- The December Daily order selection period began on Tuesday, and several items sold out in the first few minutes! I didn't really like the style this year, so I decided to shop my stash and use what I already have. I did purchase the classes as they are helpful no matter what supplies you use.
- I had a lovely lunch with two of my former co-workers on Thursday and caught up with all the workplace news.
- Vic had an appointment at the VA on Friday - it's no small feat as it involves a ferry ride to get there, a drive that passes the on-ramps to both I-5 north and south so there is always a back-up and then the process in reverse to get home. His care there has been great so far so we'll keep going especially since we can usually squeeze in a stop at our favorite French bakery (not this trip though since his appointments were in the afternoon).
- Haircut for me on Saturday and I would have posted a picture, but my part was a bit severe and consequently, my bangs moved to each side so that I ended up looking like Alfalfa!
OK, maybe it wasn't quite that bad, and it will settle down as soon as I shampoo and dry it for the first time!
Crafts roundup:::
No change here - Still keeping current on my memory planning. Working on December Daily 2021 because when I went to file away 2022, I realized that I had never completed 2021. Fifteen stories told, ten to go.
And in other news:::
Did you stop by for a Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks last week? The autumn cups on display were so beautiful. I love the squat mug with swirls of orange and burgundy. I picked up a PSL, but I resisted the temptation to bring home a cup!
Do you participate in a countdown to Christmas plan? There have been several - Countdown to Christmas and House & Holidays Plan - but the Holiday Grand Plan is the one I've always used. There is a Facebook group full of inspiration - Holiday Grand Planners - Get Organized Community | Facebook - and the website Organized Christmas - Organized Christmas? Try a Holiday Plan | Organized Home - although no longer current, still has a lot of great information. The plan started August 31 and the first week is List Week with the cleaning emphasis being the front porch. Happy holiday planning!
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