A BIT OF FALL AND A BLOG ANNIVERSARY

It’s hard to believe that it has been a year since I started blogging.  What a journey it has been!  When I began I had no idea what to expect, but it has been a blessed and fulfilling experience.  I have received so much encouragement, and made many friendships that I will cherish forever.  Thank you to all of my wonderful followers.  And welcome to my new followers – I look forward to getting to know you.


I haven’t been as active lately as I would like to be.  My surgery set me back a little more than I expected it to, and after doing what has to be done I just haven’t felt like spending much time on the computer.   When I’ve been able to I have visited my favorite blogs, but have not always left comments – I apologize and plan to do better as I continue to feel better.  I enjoy visiting with all of you and love for you to visit with me. 


Last week my DH got out my Fall decorations and moved the boxes around from room to room as I put things in place.  It took me several days – a little at a time – but by Saturday I had finally finished and we are enjoying Fall around our home.  Fall is definitely my favorite season – I love the rich, warm colors and the spicy scents.


I tried to keep it simple this year by just adding a touch here and there.  So here is what Fall looks like at our house.


Entry Way





Front Sitting Room

Side Table


Top of Cupboard


Coffee Table


Great Room

Drysink behind sofa


Coffee Table


Little bits of Fall tucked on a shelf here and there








I love this faux bittersweet – I have had it for years


Pillows I made last year


Kitchen and Dining Room

Stove Board


I made these salt dough pumpkins last year


Cubby on counter top


Hoosier Cabinet


Centerpiece on Dining table


Old chocolate box under Dining Room window


Hall Bathroom – Wash Stand





This may seem like a lot, but it really isn’t.  I only did a few touches here and there in the main rooms.  I hope you have enjoyed my indoor Fall tour.  We haven’t finished the outside yet, so I will share that in another post.  Just wish we had some Fall weather to go along with the décor. 


Wishing each of you a fabulous weekend!

Blessings,
Sue

I Made Pumpkin Muffins

I made Pumpkin Muffins this morning.  The house smells wonderful.

I set a place for you.  Will you join me?



Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 (16 oz.) can pureed pumpkin
1 1/2 cups oil
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup craisins
1 cup chopped walnuts

In a large mixing bowl beat eggs, sugar, pumpkin & oil until smooth.  Add dry ingredients and mix well.  Fold in craisins and walnuts.  Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups 3/4 full.  Bake 15-18 minutes at 400 degrees.  Makes 24-30 muffins.

I hope you enjoyed yours.  Mine was delicious!
Sue