I would imagine for many authors, live readings and events are the best part about writing books. It’s a chance to celebrate the completion of a years-long effort, to interact with enthusiastic fans, or to introduce an audience to one’s writing and photography. I am thrilled to host an event for my author friend Andi Eaton this Friday night as we kick off the holiday season together at one of my favorite local shops..
Read MoreWe are headed to Houston for Thanksgiving for a week with our two pups today. Zoë flies in from OKC on Wednesday and I am over the moon about that. We have not shared a Thanksgiving together in many years so I am really feeling that gratitude.
Read MoreA Sunday well spent brings a week of content--we have all hear that right?!
But seriously, Sundays and I, we didn’t always love each other. In fact, we hated each other. I honestly used to dread Sundays because it meant the end of the weekend, so I would try to fit in as many activities as possible, but I ended up burning out really fast.
Read MoreAs I was making the bed this morning, I noticed that the leaves on the trees have FINALLY peaked in color and are beginning to litter the ground. It seems like it's about two weeks later from last year according some my Timehop. We’ve come to my favorite part of the fall when the air is cooler, yet not frigid, and you can perfectly get cozy in your favorite Autumn sweater. We are also welcoming the shorter days and I love this. Anyone else enjoy their extra hour of sleep last night?!
Another fave part of the season for me is all the soup that we make. There's nothing better than a hot bowl of soup on a brisk fall evening. This this time of year, I start craving soup a few times a week — there’s nothing that warms the body and soul quite like it. Plus I love making extras and freezing it for those days you just do not feel like cooking.
Read MoreI recently had a long layover in Chicago on my way to Boston and had the most delicious beet salad for lunch at The Publican.
I have been dreaming abut it ever since and wish I had their recipe. I found something similar on Pinterest so I gave it a try last night.
This recipe can easily become vegetarian..just don't even trouble yourself with the chicken.
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