Since the 10th falls on a Sunday this month (and I don't blog on the weekends) I thought I'd share my 10 on the 10th a bit early. I love that it also coincides with Friday Favorites since Marsha's 10 on the 10th is often one of my favorite prompts to answer.
Rather than asking us specific questions this month, Marsha has asked us to share 10 things we like to do or eat in November. I thought I'd actually share 10 of each! Now not everything on my list is something we only like to do or eat in November-- we hike pretty much year round and you better believe that many of our favorite foods are enjoyed throughout the fall/winter season too but I'm sure you won't mind me taking a bit of a creative license with the prompt.
10 Things I like to DO in November:
- Hiking, of course! Though November isn't as pretty for hiking up here it's still not icy and snowy yet so we get out hiking at least once a week. Typically we need coats, gloves, and hats this time of year and while that does take some of the enjoyment away at least we're still getting fresh air and exercise.
- Putting together puzzles-- when fall rolls around and we're spending more time inside I like to break out the puzzles again and try to always have one going.
- Reading! While I love reading year round there is something so perfect about curling up with a good book, a blanket, and either some cocoa or a roaring fire (or both!) that makes me feel so cozy.
- Make a Thankful list of some sort-- this year I've turned my sentence a day post to list one thing I'm thankful/grateful for each day.
- Decorate for Christmas-- typically we decorate our house for Christmas the day after Thanksgiving.
- Bake/cook cozy favorites-- I'll go into more detail about the foods we eat below but once the weather turns cooler I do find that I spent more time in the kitchen baking and cooking up casseroles and comfort foods.
- Send out my Christmas Cards-- I typically try to have them all addressed and ready to drop in the mail the day after Thanksgiving. I've been told many times that my card is the first most of our friends and family receive.
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| I've already got my cards all made and I just need to work on getting them addressed.. |
- Host Thanksgiving dinner. I think it's just going to the 5 of us this year and maybe we can talk my mother in law into joining us too but it should be real quiet and real relaxed this year.
- Craft/paint/scrapbook-- again, since we're home more and inside more I tend to use the extra time to paint, craft, scrapbook or even tackle redecorating a room.
10 Things I like to EAT in November:
- Our "leftover pie" that I look forward to even more than our actual Thanksgiving dinner.
- Fresh bread-- we rarely cook up the same bread recipe twice but we love trying out new ones!
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| roast beef pot pie with flaky crust |
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| turkey pot pie fresh out of the oven |
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| stuffed acorn squash |
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I'd definitely take some of those foods! ;-)
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DeleteFun to post to read- thanks for the recipe links. I will be checking many of those out. I agree there is something about reading and baking when the weather is cool that makes both of those activities seem very cozy. Have a great weekend!
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DeleteHiking must be wonderful at this time of year, out getting some fresh air. I am looking forward to decrorating for Christmas and have already been watching plenty of Christmas movies.
ReplyDeleteYum! All of that food looks delicious! Tis the season for comfort food.
Hiking has really been exceptional this year with our warmer weather lasting so much longer than usual.
DeleteWell this post was just full of JOY- love it all! Thanks for bringing some happiness to my little corner as always :)
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DeleteI love all the cozy recipes! I'm looking forward to breaking out the Christmas cheer and watching some holiday movies soon.
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DeleteReady for all the good food and beautiful season ahead. I’d love one of your Christmas cards.
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DeleteI loved reading this! I love this time of year for the cozy feelings it gives, and I don't even mind that the days are shorter. Your food looks scrumptious! Have I mentioned that I think you're a rock star in the kitchen and in all other areas of life? You amaze me, my friend! I hope you enjoy your weekend!
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DeleteYummy recipes and I like the puzzles! Enjoy your weekend!
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DeleteI also love puzzles and reading in November! Such a cozy vibe. I am on my feet all day working at my carpet cleaning company so it is nice to come home and have a puzzle going to relax. Paired with a warm cup of tea is the perfect evening!
ReplyDeleteThat does sound like a lovely way to relax after a long day of work.
DeleteWhat a fun and cozy list! I love how you’ve shared a mix of activities and foods that make November special for you. Hiking is such a great way to embrace the season, even when it’s a bit chillier. Puzzles are such a perfect indoor activity when the weather starts to cool, too. It sounds like you're making the most of November’s cozy vibes, with a great balance of outdoor and indoor activities.
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DeleteI knew you'd have a wonderful list, Joanne! I don't like squash, but you're tempting me. I really need to write down some of your recipes for soup because I love soup in the fall and winter! Please link up on Monday if you'd like!
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DeleteFall and food, two of my favorite topics and photographs. You bake such lovely looking delicacies. :) Yum!
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DeleteYour food photos are making me drool Joanne. I love leftovers. I make a similar pie to yours with the after Christmas leftovers. I can almost smell the bread in your photo. We don't eat much bread, but I've been thinking of baking a loaf each week. When my daughter was a teenager Sunday was bread baking day, and I loved it. Thanks for bringing back the memory.
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DeleteCan't wait to decorate for Christmas, only we do that 2 weeks before it, lol. Love all the winter food!
ReplyDeleteIt feels kind of weird that we won't be decorating at all this year but I keep reminding myself there is always next year!
DeleteThis is an enjoyable post. I love November too when all the Christmas movies start to appear, the crisper weather makes things cozy, and lots of fun things to eat. Fun post!
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DeleteSo much good food here! Hiking is my favorite fall activity too.
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DeleteThese are great activities and delicious food. I also love hiking in the fall and freshly baked bread and pies. Thank you for your weekend coffee share.
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DeleteYou eat a lot and you like a lot in November....have fun.
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DeleteDear Joanne, the first photo with the red leaves, which actually look almost rosy, is fantastically beautiful, it would be perfect as a large wall picture!
ReplyDeleteI am amazed that you put up the Christmas tree so early. In our country, this traditionally only happens on December 24th. The presents are also given out on the evening of the 24th and the tree usually stays up until January 6th (Epiphany), in some regions even until Candlemas (do you know that in the USA? It is a Christian holiday here that takes place on February 2nd).
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Aw, thank you. It was so surprising to walk around the corner and see all those pinkish/red leaves since pretty much all the other trees are now bare. We usually put our tree up so early since I almost always take it down on the 26th of December and I love all the twinkling lights (plus now that we have all fake trees I don't have to worry about them drying out). My mother leaves her tree up until the Epiphany but I had not heard of Candlemas.
DeleteLots of fun in your 10 on the 10th post, Joanne. Your Christmas tree looks so pretty. Thanks for sharing with us at #WeekendTrafficJamReboot. xx
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DeleteI considered putting hiking on my list but with the shorter days and working, it just isn't something we do other than on weekends. So much yummy food on your list, and everything in the photos looks delicious! Checking out a couple of the recipes, since pecan pie is a favorite of mine and I'm interested in different ways to fix squash. Hope your November is wonderful!
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DeleteWow, all the food looks great! I'm thinking of writing this delayed post to publish tomorrow!
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DeleteThese were great! I like a lot of the same things..especially what you like to do. The painting is so pretty. That I don't do..haha, but would be fun to learn.
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DeleteExcept one I know all of your fav Xmas movies and love the too. Admire your painting skills. Awesome!
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DeleteLove those fall colors on your hike! Beautiful~
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DeleteI love how the puzzle came out. I have a puzzle that is waiting to be finished. It will happen!
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DeleteWe love to hike and most especially in the fall, too! Your collection of fall foods made my mouth water! So many great recipes for the season. Thank you, Joanne!
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DeleteThis is such a great list! And yay for puzzles. We've been working on the same one foreverrrr and I am determined to finish it before Christmas! Ha!
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