The Yellow Tea Pot

Because of ongoing, never ending, efforts to de-clutter, going frequently to estate and yard sales is no longer good.

There's just too much temptation to bring more objects home.

Well, occasional estate and yard sales are permitted (by me. ha ha)

One whopper last weekend had hundreds of items. 

The woman whose possessions were being sold was a massive, major, mega collector. 

Using great care, only a few things came home with me.

One was a whisk that was needed and the other was a nice pair of scissors.

Then, eyes met yellow teapot  It is so cheerful and pretty. 

However, there is no need for a teapot. 

It was hard to walk away from it but never fear, there was a return trip to that section of the sale when all prices got slashed to half price.

The teapot, which can be used as a vase, sold for a paltry $2.50.

It's soooo pretty and cheers up the top of a kitchen hutch-of-sorts.

ARE YOU A TEA DRINKER? IF YES, WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TEA TO DRINK?

The Lingering Days of Autumn

These are the glory days of autumn.

Roadside stands are filled with apples,  pumpkins in all shapes and even colors, gourds, dried corn stalk decorations, and plenty of butternut squash.

Temps this week have been a little crazy.

It's downright chilly in the mornings, so we don sweaters and sweatshirts.

By noon, temps are up and off come the sweaters and sweatshirts, exchanged with lighter clothes.

By late afternoon, it zips back to chilly. 

It must be hard to be a weather person, predicting the kind of day is ahead.

However, as long as the autumn sun shines brightly, and the skies are blue and beautiful, one can withstand the rapid change in temps.

No doubt about it, this is the most delightful and picturesque time of year in New England.

A Delicious Way to Start the Day

Some mornings, do you have a yen for eggs?

Other times, a toasted English muffin and hot peach tea sound good.

On more rushed days, a super treat is Cabot Greek yogurt, topped with pecan halves and granola. 

There are all kinds of Greek yogurts on the market and many have been tried around here.

Personally, I think Cabot, made in Vermont, is the best.

It's thick, creamy, and always delicious.

Oh!  Almost forgot.  Today, while checking, it was discovered there was no honey left in the cabinet so maple syrup made a good substitute. 

It was heavenly. 

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE GRANOLA? CAN YOU SHARE?

An Autumn Sunday

The weather report says that temps are going to drop a bit and that is good news.

That means the hot days of summer are long gone. 

Autumn is the best season of all. 

In addition to being cooler, it's incredibly picturesque.

The burnt oranges and reds of the leaves on hundreds of trees makes a heart soar with delight.

With a blue sky, dotted with huge, puffy white clouds as a backdrop, there is intense beauty wherever one looks.

Then there are the pumpkins, gourds, and decorative stalks of corn on the roadside farm stands that look so appealing.

Here's a shout out to Sunday in autumn!   

May your own day be blessed to the hilt.

The Awesome Days of Autumn

Waking up to sunshine, blue skies, fluffy white clouds, cool temperatures and trees in a variety of colors such as gold, red, bright yellow, and some green, is like getting a fabulous gift on a daily basis.

The treasured autumn days fill a heart with deep gratitude for every little miracle.

Breathing in the fresh, cool air refreshes.

Seeing people out and about, enjoying the sunshine and utter beauty of the surroundings, is an added gift.

All around the apartment, decorations add to love of autumn, my favorite season.

The pretty wreath my daughter made hangs on the front door and says "Welcome" to anyone who wants to visit!

Pillows have been switched to burnt orange colors and funky fall themed pillow cases grace the arms of a sofa.

Every one of these special autumn days is deeply appreciated and celebrated by keeping a positive attitude and expressing plenty of thanks.

WHAT ARE YOU ESPECIALLY GRATEFUL FOR TODAY?