Bring It On Autumn!

For two days I have been cold. It's that time of year where I sit and work in denial that the weather has in fact changed from summer to autumn. Yes, it's November but in Northern California that doesn't always mean that we are wearing our sweaters and wooly socks. Sure, it's chilly in the morning but by mid-day we are back to flip flops and short-sleeved shirts. But as I said, the past two days have been cold. Wooly socks, cardigan, and warm cups of tea to keep my fingers warm as I work on the computer.

As the sun was setting this evening, I decided that it was a risotto kind of night, maybe with some sage and kabocha squash. It's my favorite and I had a bit in the freezer leftover from something or other. Stirring the risotto would warm me. I love standing at the stove and stirring risotto. It's so meditative and I usually pour a little extra wine, some for the risotto and some for me. Meditation, wine, and warm, comfy rice one a cold, rainy night. Bring it on autumn!

Cashmere Socks and Summer Berries

It was below 50F degrees when I woke up this morning - the first time this season. I had trouble getting out of bed; I even grumbled at the alarm clock. Autumn is on our doorstep and banging on the door.

As I wandered the garden drinking my morning coffee, I was greeted by these delicious gems of summer. They were smiling brightly and reminding me that while I was wearing my warmest cashmere socks on my frozen toes, the sun would get warmer by noon and that summer had not left us just yet.

Those little gems were delicious in my oatmeal.

They were perfect fuel for today's creative projects - more InDesign and some jewelry.