ONE // Bath Time
There's nothing quite as comforting and relaxing as a bubble bath after a particularly stressful day. The darker, colder evenings also make it a perfectly good setting. I did just that after a long work day (with technological hiccups) yesterday. I've been getting through my stash of fall bath bombs and ended up using the candy apple. I actually liked that it was on a stick because it meant I could swish it around the bath water very easily, evenly distributing it. I think more bath bombs should come on a stick! I then settled in with my show on my phone and promptly fell asleep! That was a first for me. No worries, I was well propped up out of the water and my husband was in the next room. Still, I realize that falling asleep in the tub is not an ideal situation. It just goes to show how cozy and comfortable I was!
TWO // Pumpkin Muffins
I had leftover pumpkin purée that I wanted to use. I had used some in my pumpkin sourdough and I even made some dog treats for the pup using pumpkin purée. Alas, I still had some so decided to keep things simple and make pumpkin muffins. I followed this recipe and they turned out great! Very moist and delicate spice flavour. I especially love the course sugar on the tops for the added texture and crunch. I was looking for something easy and tasty, and this recipe is just that. I suppose topping them with a cream cheese frosting could make them more decadent, but they don't need it. I also think this recipe could work with swapping the pumpkin for shredded or mashed carrots. I'd maybe play around with the spices, but I think it would be a great base recipe to work from. I find I prefer finding staple recipes that I can modify at will, depending on the ingredients I have on hand.
THREE // Brown Jeans
My mom has really done so well with her little gifts over Thanksgiving. She gave me these brown wide-leg jeans. She had ordered two sizes and wanted to see if the second pair fit me (mostly because she couldn't be bothered to return them, lol). Luckily for the both of us, they were a perfect fit! She knows me so well. I love brown and was on the fence about getting brown jeans. I swear I had not told her this. I will say, the wide leg is a bit out of my comfort zone, but I'm pleasantly pleased with them. I've worn them so many times already and am really seeing them becoming part of the rotation on a more permanent basis. Not surprisingly, I will be wearing them throughout the year and have already managed to style them in a not-so-autumnal way.
FOUR // The Nanny
My husband and I started rewatching a classic 90s sitcom - The Nanny! This was one of my favourites to watch back in the day and we found the series on Prime! We all know the recognizable Janice laugh from Friends, but Fran Fine was the first to have an iconic voice (and laugh!) Not to mention her sense of style, I could never get enough of her flamboyant outfits. Girl embraced colours, bold patterns and statement accessories. Perhaps some of that influence lives on in my own style choices... It's a fun rewatch and I'm really enjoying the witty one-liners and banter between Niles and C.C. I also didn't remember how much Gracie was dealing with in therapy. It's fun to go back and rewatch an old favourite with new perspectives. There is something to be said about watching a nostalgic show, the remembrance of simpler times is comforting. I mean, one cannot read "Mr. Sheffield" without a certain nasality and that makes me smile! They just don't make sitcoms like they used to.
FIVE // Red Gloves
I was recently sorting through some winter accessories and came across these red leather gloves I'd totally forgotten I had! I love when that happens, it's like finding a little treasure. The timing is great because now is precisely the time of year during which I would wear these gloves. I've put them on top of the pile and plan on styling them in a few festive looks. I had gotten these for a steal years ago and had worn them for a few seasons before tucking them away and forgetting about them. Well, they are back in the rotation and will be getting some love this season.
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