Mapperton House, Main Character Energy, Thanksgiving outfit and more on Monday Musings.
MONDAY MUSINGS NO.97
Good morning friends, how was your weekend? It was the end of daylight savings, did you have a problem with the time change? I know that I am in the minority but I like the time change. What about you? I could be opening a can of worms with that question because it is a very divisive topic.
Have you set up your Christmas decorations? This seems to be another topic that is touchy. I say, life is short, if you want to put up your decorations before Thanksgiving, go ahead. I don’t have my decorations up yet but I did get them out of the garage and am having a clear out. Then I will put them up.
Saturday was spent with family, a walk to the village, coffees, a poke around in the book shop and then off to Christmas fairs and antique shops.
Sunday we were up early and I spent the majority of the day in the kitchen. I made bread, a cake, a quiche, 2 kinds of soup, granola and protein balls. I’ll share some of the recipes later.
Then I spent the evening perusing my cookbooks and files for Thanksgiving menu ideas. We are hosting this year and it will be a busy day. Do you have any recipes to share?
What about you? What did you do this weekend?
Next up +5 things.
+5 THINGS
1.READ~Main Character Energy
Main Character Energy
Poppy Banks would rather be writing mysteries than writing listicles for her dead-end job at Thought Buzz. But after a series of rejections, she’s ready to accept life on the sidelines as a plus-size woman. Her aunt Margot is the one person unwilling to give up on her niece’s dreams and tells her so at their secret yearly lunches.
But all of Poppy’s beliefs about herself are challenged when her beloved aunt dies and leaves her niece a grand surprise—a trip to her villa in the French Riviera. There, she learns her aunt intends to leave her stunning villa and secretive writer’s residency to Poppy—if she can finish her novel in six months.
When the writing countdown begins, Poppy realizes she has more to confront than her writer’s block. Family drama, complicated romances and self-doubt all threaten to throw her off course. In this fun and heartwarming debut, Poppy must decide if she can live up to her aunt’s—and her own—desire to be the main character in her own life.
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2. WATCHED~Home tour of Mapperton House & Gardens
3. LINKS: READ+WATCH+LISTEN
Confessions of a Pop-tart Taster
Did you know that you could have Starbucks gingerbread coffee at home? I am adding this to my holiday coffee bar.
Five Women Bringing New Life to Nonfiction
What Is BVO, and Why Is the FDA Banning It in Drinks?
Retailers would rather complain about shoplifting than invest in fighting it.
Julia Child, the natural gas industry’s most famous influencer
Why Being Near Water Really Does Make Us Happier
A guide to Dental Health As You Age.
Why Your Balsamic Vinegar is Likely Fake
Will the streaming squeeze ever end?
4. SHOPPING BREAK~FINDS & SALES
OUTFIT OF THE DAY
Thanksgiving can be a cozy affair, a chance to dress up or both. This outfit is causal and comfortable. Here are the details: boots//belt//dress//bag//perfume//earrings.
Want to make a statement in your holiday party outfit? This sweater will help you do just that.
Are you kids and grandkids Squishmellow fans, they have some adorable Christmas additions.
I love everything about this outfit, especially the skirt.
5. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT~WEEKEND MEANDERINGS
Did you check out weekend meanderings on Saturday? I joined Juliet and Kim for our weekly series of all of the things that piqued our interest this week. I shared Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, Barbara Walters, Victoria Henderson| Tale Victoria and more that I think you will enjoy.
THAT’S ALL FOR NOW
I hope that you enjoyed Monday Musings and found something to read, watch or even add to your cart.
What book are you currently reading? Are you binge watching a favorite show or listening to a good podcast?
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Wow, you cooked a lot in one day! I don’t know if I’ll put up a Christmas tree. I don’t know where I’d put it. I finished my book by Tami Hoag last night. So I’ll have to choose another tonight.
Happy Monday Elizabeth. Yes, those Christmas decorations are quite the topic.
I am in the process of getting them up, but nowhere near finished. Have a wonderful week.
Wendy,
It’s funny because I do not understand why people care what others are doing.
I cannot wait to see your trees! I loved the garden them last year.
Take care and have a wonderful week.