National Coffee Day

 

          This is definitely a day to be celebrated LOL by coffee of course. I never drank coffee until nursing school, then it became a major food group. I remember going to many many classes with a large coffee and an everything bagel LOL is how I made it through school.

          Now, I start every day with a cup of coffee, two if I am feeling brave LOL I have to have creamer though. My favorite is International Delight Sugar Cookie, but it is seasonal for Christmas. I also like Cinnamon Crumb Cake by Chobani. Most often though I get Coffee Mate Coconut Cream or Sweet Cream. Those I can also add to my tea. 

          My kids laugh at me, as do I, since I think I now have every way to make coffee at home. I have my big programable coffee pot, that I don't know how to program, an expresso machine, a Cuban coffee maker, a French Press, an electric kettle, a Kuerig, a tiny coffee maker, and instant coffee LOL I also have a grinder that I have yet to use. You would think I have an addiction to coffee. I don't LOL I just like gadgets.

Finally Decorated

 

          I finally got my act together and decorated LOL. It looks good too. I got my tree together, the couch covers all changed, new rugs, maple garlands all over, autumn throw pillows out, and I even replaced my pictures on the walls with autumn tapestries. It looks so warm and cozy in here now. Weird me did not get inspired until 2am though LOL. Now I get to enjoy it until end of November when I switch it out for Christmas LOL. 

          Now today, I need to make something fall flavored for dinner LOL no idea yet what. Probably will have to do with baked chicken and veggies. Ok off to do school work.

Tropical Storm Watch

 

          Okay the irony LOL just yesterday I was complaining that this has been the most boring hurricane season. No real good storms to watch out for. Cause when there is a storm coming, people here get all excited LOL they are either freaking out or they are planning a party. I just like it because it makes things less boring. So, apparently we finally have a storm with the potential to become a hurricane heading in from the Atlantic Ocean. Of course it just might be the meteorologist trying to make their jobs worthwhile and making something out of nothing. We will have to wait and see. Right now, outside is all sunny and clear, but according to news we are under a tropical storm watch. I just wish it wasn't due to hit over the weekend. I do not relish having to go into work in the rain. I would rather stay home and watch it.

Fall Bucket List 2024

 

          So many things I want to do in the Fall. Number one is wear a cozy sweater LOL but that is not going to happen here in Florida. We are still in 90's and humid. So, I just have to pretend and focus on the things I can do. Best of all, I have my Fall vacation coming up in less than a month. I will have, schedule willing, 21 days off of work to enjoy the season. Don't get me wrong, I love all the other holidays and seasons, but Autumn just makes me feel all cozy inside. So I must plan :)

Fall Bucket List 2024

Make an apple pie.

Make a pumpkin pie.

Make some potpourri.

Decorate an Autumn tree.

Decorate inside home with maple garlands and pumpkins.

Decorate outside home with scary decor for the trick or treaters.

Stock up on Halloween candy.

Go to a corn maze.

Go to the Farmer's Markets.

Go to a pumpkin patch. 

Watch The Good Witch series.

Decorate a pumpkin.

Watch Halloween or Autumn themed movies.

Go to St. Augustine and take a ghost tour.

Find and make some Autumn recipes.

HAVE FUN

Happy Fall Y'All!!!

 

          It's finally officially Autumn!!! My favorite time of the year. Now in Florida we don't get any different weather, so we have to celebrate Fall in our hearts LOL. You won't see me breaking out a sweater to wear. Best I might do is a t-shirt instead of a tank top LOL.

          So, in honor of Autumn I have taken my summer tree decorations of and started putting up my Autumn ones. Right now it is just a bunch of maple leaves. I still have to find my Fall decor.

           Kids are at the Mall, so I am on my own. I managed to mow the front yard so it looks presentable again. It had been a while since I mowed LOL it looked like a jungle. Almost time to start putting up decorations outside. So much pressure though. Every year we go big, and the neighbors notice. If we don't decorate I am sure we will hear about it. I did get a big bag off candy to start us off LOL we go through about 1000 pieces of candy Halloween night. It is awesomely ridiculous. My kids love being THAT HOUSE. 

Happy Birthday Leland

 

          OMG 29 years ago I actually came to life. Up until then I was simply existing, but on this day, in 1995, I found a reason to live. 

          The most amazing person came into my life. He has been my protector and best friend. When things would get tough, I always had him to get me through it. Who is this awesome individual LOL my son Leland!!! Today is his birthday and I am so very happy and blessed to be his mom. So later today we are going to his favorite restaurant, U&Me Hot Pot, then going to the movies to see the new Transformers movie. I also have to make him this weird ranch cornbread LOL he doesn't like cake, but this recipe he found on TikTok, he wants it all the time LOL Staci and I think it is a crime to humanity.

Guacamole Day

 

          Now this is a holiday I can get behind LOL Guacamole Day!!! I am so going to go and get me some avocados, onions, limes, jalapenos, tomatoes, and garlic and make me a big batch. Oh my, now my mouth is watering LOL.

          I would go now, but I am waiting for my new microwave to be delivered and installed. Plus, I have to get all my school work done today since I work next two days. Not looking forward to that.