Flavors of Fall

Take a Flying Leap

That's pretty much what I did today as I somehow lost my footing on our front porch steps and came crashing to the ground. We have a very low rock wall in our front yard and by some miracle, my head fell right in the spot where a few rocks are missing. I am so blessed these rocks were gone, as my face would've been all busted up. As it was I only suffered scrapes and bruises on the hand I tried to catch myself with, both knees, banged my elbow up bad, twisted my calf, and skinned up a foot really bad. Tonight I am so incredibly sore. Dan says my nickname should be Grace. He is now actively trying to find me a big protective bubble to live in.

I spent my afternoon escaping Podunk by accompanying Lynette and her hubby to Abilene. It was a fun drive and I had a great time visiting with them both. Thanks y'all for letting me tag along!

Hope you all had a great Monday!

Fall Food Cravings

photo by VirtualErn

I am having a serious craving today. The idea of a nice, toasted piece of Collin Street Bakery Deluxe Fruitcake just has my mouth watering. I love it buttered, with real butter of course, and popped under the broiler until lightly toasted. It is the perfect partner to a good cup of coffee. But, I'm not picky, I love this fruitcake even cold from the fridge. Or with whipped cream. With a glass of milk. In a box with a fox. Anyway, it's just good! And my love affair with it is strange because I do not enjoy traditional homemade fruitcakes, but I love Collin Street Bakery's. To me they are so much better than what grandma made. If you've never had one I highly suggest you give yourself one for Christmas. You'll be glad you did!

I guess the cooler weather has me craving this. To me it goes with the holiday season that is rapidly approaching. I am craving pumpkin as well. And am oh so eager to fill my house with the wonderful scents of baked goods. Baking during this time of year is one of my favorite things.

What about you, are there certain foods you crave during different seasons? I know Christine of at The Power of Housewife Word of Mouth has a thing for pumpkin pie blizzards. What is your favorite fall food? Your favorite holiday food?

Man, I'm hungry! I want some coffee and cake!