PRODUCTIVE FALL DAYS OF BAKING AND PREPARING FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON

Good Morning Kindred Spirits....
how are your days this November?
You know, the days of growing older and retirement
are a strange time of life....you look forward to 
getting off the fast paced merry-go-round of life
when you are working and raising children, but
it's in reality, just strange...at least I find it to be.....
it is vital to keep a positive mindset, find peace
in quiet days and stay productive in ways that bring you joy.....
Today's post is simply what life looked like in an ordinary week
at Estelle's.....perhaps this post will provide you an idea
or a bit of inspiration to incorporate into your life this week....

Autumn mornings beg for a hot bowl of oatmeal topped
with cinnamon and drizzled with Italian Cream....

I came across a recipe from my sweet friend Janey,
for her Squash Dressing....it sounded so good....
I put my own little twist on it.....

It begins with a hot Mexican Cornbread

This was delicious....you  may even want
to add this to a THANKSGIVING side...

We certainly enjoyed Sunday morning with
hot popovers with honey and Strawberry Jam

If you are looking to prepare a Thanksgiving pie
a day ahead of your gathering,
the Jello Pudding Pumpkin Pie is one to consider....

It is a cool creamy alternative to the traditional pumpkin pie....

Another consideration for your dessert buffet,
is to bake a delicious carrot pineapple cake
topped with a really good cream cheese frosting.....

So good with all the fall spices added....

I am anxious for the Christmas season....
I have finished my shopping for the most part
and a loving my theme for this season....

I grew up reading Ideals Christmas books,
which were a favorite of my Grandmother Estelle....
so I continue her tradition and purchase one every year....
they are full of nostalgia and the Christian meaning of the season...

Lucille brings us joy and happiness every day.....
love her to bits.....

The new season of A VERY ROYAL SCANDAL
is excellent.....only three episodes
and so, so intriguing...

I have very much enjoyed the fall decor this year...
and will hang on to November as long as I can....
it's been a wonderful time of year...
of course, the best being the wedding....
it was a delightful weekend....

Wonderful memories to look back on....