Man, it’s beautiful out there! New England in her Sunday best – Even in the rain – we’re getting some of that big weather much of the country is getting apparently. I’ve been walking a lot with my favorite hiking/walking buddy – he’s been so good for this weary soul.
My son and fiance had their engagement photo session here on the farm recently – here are just a few of my favorites…
Their wedding will take place next June along the CT River in an old factory with gorgeous windows and wood floors, an old fashioned train will bring guests to the venue – stay tuned!
The Mr. and I took a quick ( like eight hours start to finish) trip to Vermont last weekend and I got my apple and cider fix –
Some art projects I’ve been working on… beaded horse shoes (old mule shoes found here on the property… and a new painting on the easel. The shoe I “sold” for a donation to a farm animal rescue here in CT called Shut the Door Farm – and the painting might just serve the same purpose once it’s done. I love making things, but when they actually serve a worthy cause, it’s that much more rewarding.
With this season comes a desire to dig out more recipes, comfort foods, holiday fare, and I love every minute of it except for the cleanup. Every rose has it’s thorns 🙂 And speaking of roses….
Check out this recipe – made it for company yesterday and it was AWESOME! and fun to make – not complicated, I promise!
And here’s another fantastic easy fall recipe…
Creamy Roasted garlic Butternut Squash Pasta
I hope all is well in your neck of the woods – wishing you all good things in this season of thanks giving. ❤
What a beautiful way to repurpose old horse shoes!
Thank you Deb – I hope all is well with you!
What beautiful photographs, not least of your son and his fiancee. Happy times for you all.
What an unusual way to embellish an old horse shoe. I’d never have thought of that! Lovely painting too.
I’ve bookmarked both those recipes. Thank you for the links.
Thanks for stopping in! They are great recipes, I’ve made them both in the past two days!
ahhhhh, can almost smell the musty leaf smell and feel the air. I know you always count your blessings for the privilege to live in such a beautiful area and you pay it forward. Oh, how I miss the east and fall in PA. ; ( after 37 years no less, the ache lives on.
And I’m so tempted to tell you always – just do it – go where your heart calls – but I know it’s not that easy.
So glad to see your posts again. Enjoyed such happy news and catching up with you and family. Isn’t it nice to have pleasant conversations without all the rancor of the previous 4 years! Here in Fla. we still go to the beach in the Fall but the light and wind have a very different feel – love it.
Thank you! and you are so right. I had to stop watching the news and start shutting my mouth instead of arguing uselessly about things I have no control over. The light is gorgeous this time of year~ I know what you mean – especially on the water
Yes me too – but I must say that your and your Mother’s insights and arguments were so helpful to me when it felt quite hopeless. Please give her my best. –
Eileen
I certainly will, and thank you for the kind words!
Your son’s fiance wore a beautiful outfit for those pictures! Is that your own painting that you showed in this post? I love it! -Jenn
Thank you and indeed it is!
I love the photos of your son and his fiancee and you two in Vermont. What lovely spots on your walk. And I’m so glad you are having time to be creative again. All good and a wonderful post!
Your fall in New England is looking good. Looks like ours will be a winner too. Saw maple trees yesterday that were absolutely glowing in the sun. That butternut pasta sounds wonderful. Do you grow your own herbs? What about in the winter? I’ve been trying new recipes lately and have a Mississippi Pot Roast in the crockpot right now. Sounds good but we’ll see. Made a Green Chili Pork Stew last week that turned out well. Lovely to see the happy couple.