Fall (or Autumn) is my favorite season for so many reasons. The season makes me feel welcomed and comfortable. The cooler air, the wind, the beautiful colors of the trees, the opportunity to wear scarfs, flannel, boots, and of course more excuses to cook and bake. And the smells are warm and inviting (who doesn't like…
Happy Easter!
Not only is this our first married Easter but also the first year together that we are not putting on some big BBQ, brunch, or Easter Egg hunt. Instead it will be just the two of us enjoying the 50 degree weather and a peaceful brunch at home of hot cross buns and berry salad!…
Holidays grow on Trees
Since my wedding was during apple season and held in SoCAl's apple country I decided to put apples from a local orchard on everyone's plates. Hearing this plan, the florist suggested using manzanita trees to decorate the tables; as though the apples had fallen off of the trees! These manzanita trees were covered in purple…