a starry mix of sassy thoughts
It’s pumpkin season (oh summer where did you go?). I love the fall. It’s cozy and crisp, super colorful.
It’s our first visit to and it’s my guess, we’ll be back at least another time before Halloween.
The pumpkins were huge! and there were so many. It’s a big patch, when Iz would trip over a vine, I couldn’t see her.
The one!
There was a petting zoo, where all the ducks are in a row.
It was a wonderful day and we can’t wait to decorate our pumpkin loot!
The air is a bit chilly and very fresh. It was a grey day for the first day of fall. The hydrangeas are changing.
The leaves on the classroom tree are starting to change too. Last week they were all green.
There were gourds and pumpkins (oooh it’s Halloween time!) on the table.
Then the kids painted them. Iz put hers in the frame.
After school was spent under the tree in the swing.
The day ended with the most delicious spinach and sausage ravioli. And a cosmopolitan. Well 2 actually. But who’s counting?
For Diners open Thanksgiving morning so we can have breakfast on our long trip. And for whipped cream on a mug of hot chocolate.
For chewing gum.
For the timer on cameras – so I could make it into the picture (after a few tries…)
For cousins that love music and ballet.
For large family gatherings.
For sleepers at every family gathering.
For lunch with Pop Pop.
For cookie dough and good friends.
Happy Halloween!
Eye Patch – gift
Pink Striped Turtleneck from The Gap – thrifted
Black and white plaid skirt – Hand-me-down
Fancy Pirate Girl Apron – made by me
Hanna Anderson Striped Tights – Gift
Motorcycle Boots – Hand-me-down
Treasure Bag – made by me
Right before we started in the parade. I love this green coat. Perfect for an outfit like this.
Word Girl and Super Girl.
The police gave each child a glow-in-the-dark necklace.
Her very, very first candy bar, a Nestlé Crunch. She ate it , liked it, and didn’t ask for another!
Iz, after getting a Barbie sticker from the bank teller (after asking for a Scooby sticker),”Mom, is this a Scooby Snack?” Sorry babe – it’s Barbie. Same thing?
We went to the pumpkin patch last weekend, .
Our house is covered in Ladybugs…again.
Ashfield, MA
The trees in our backyard.
The last eggplants and peppers from our garden
Leaf pile jumping.
Playing in the grass on Summery Fall day.
Family Portrait
Family Portrait
Ridin’
Some windows are in. I wish Tyvek came in “designer”. Dots, Geometrics, cool huge photos of grass or trees, flowers, Stripes. Anything but this.
These two found this little pig wandering around tonight. It’s a feral pig. It looks like it has been wandering around for it’s little life. Scared little thing. They finally caught it. We don’t know what happens next. What happens when you find a feral pig?
We had a birthday to attend to this weekend, for a 4 year old. I’ve quietly promised to use things I have on hand. I found a aqua with yellow dot coverlet while thrifting and a scrap of this red dot and thought they’d work well together (and you know about my aqua and red thing of late…) and I had the from , just waiting to be stitched up…
I initially thought I’d line it, but instead did a little French Seam Action on the inside, and I am super pleased. I’ve got a few more presents to make and I’m going to stick with this pattern. I think I’ll make the handles 2 inches longer, it was a little tight going over my shoulder (but not a 4 year olds…and she LOVED it!). And in case your were wondering the pattern was fantastic, the directions were a breeze and it was a really fast sew. It’s a great shape that’s super versatile. I’m making a wool one next. (stay tuned for pictures)
The party was fun. It’s the first time we actually got in the car and Iz said, “Mom! I had a lot of fun!”. She pretty much always has fun, but it’s the first time she’s said it without me prompting.
led the drumming. Iz was pretty pleased to see her. (she always is)
We spent time jumping off the bench, sliding tummy side down, head first down the slide. Oh the outdoors.
The day before, it was sweltering. It was so hot, none of us could get comfortable. We spent the morning in Northampton picking up the last of the furniture at the kung fu studio, then dropping it off at the new location. It was hot. We left , on our way to for the . The drive on 112 is pretty breathtaking. I think the drive anywhere in New England is pretty amazing. The leaves are changing colors, looks like the trees are catching on fire, but not fully inflamed.
This year was different, Iz is more independent, wants to do so many things on her own. There is no casual strolling, but more following, running and insisting on hand holding when the crowds get to thick or the walk gets too close to the road.
Our little kitty had fun, she got to ring the bell, act like a kitty and see tons of her friends (that’s a funny thing about living where we do, we get to see our friends every where we go, not like the subway, where you barely recognize people from day to day).
We had to leave, it was too hot and too close to nap time. After a bowl of mac & cheese, we headed for the car. But it never goes as smooth as that. The power of distraction is key to happiness sometimes, and Iz was thrown into the air with every step, Rob got a great upper body workout, and she happily got into the car, where after we got going, she fell asleep.
It was a really great and productive weekend. The roof is almost finished. I made a lovely bag, and Iz got to spend both days outside playing and playing. And she got to hold Annabelle.
My little helper has been busy helping clean the new space for . I have just a few more sewing machines and cutting tables to bring over to the new space. Chairs and shelves to put together. It’s a lovely spot, great light, wonderful brick walls and a wood floor. Great elements for a fun hang spot that’s creative and cosy.
I’ve been really surprised by the warm fall. Although I rather enjoy the heat, it has me a bit confused. Mornings in New England have been chilly, so I throw on a jacket, but when I drive down into town, it’s almost sweltering. I find that I can’t dress as easily as I can in the dead of summer or winter. I can’t remember a fall that has been this warm. It’s kind of creepy. Still, we’ll enjoy it. The leaves are wonderful, and it’s fun to be able to run around outside without getting chilly. We’ll even go for an ice cream.
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