So the Uggs came out yesterday. Instead of being sad, I just accept it as another seasonal transition that can become an excuse to add a few more classic pieces to layer into my wardrobe.
In fact I have added a few things. On a whim I bought a gorgeous silk blouse (white with pale pink polka dots) with a bow detail at the neck. A bit school-marmish, however I err on the side of conservative when it comes to my office dress. I also paired it with a recently purchased cream and heather gray cardigan, new charcoal woolen slacks and a cute pink/gray headband with floral details.
If you feel at a loss on where to find fabulous fall jackets, sweater dresses and accessories, head no further than your nearest Zara. I’ve found some of the most breathtaking pieces at reasonable prices that I can’t wait to own.
I’ve been seeing these adorable Dumbo commercials recently, and it brings me back to my childhood. I had a 5 foot stuffed Dumbo when I was young. When it was sitting on its haunches I barely reached its midsection. I’m not sure why I received him, nor why I loved it so much but I always equate Dumbo with a gentle giant notion along with the irony of him being known for his over-sized ears while everyone always seems to notice my minute pair.
I’ve loaded close to 25 cookbooks to my Nook to encourage some culinary inspiration. The majority are vegetarian and vegan cookbooks (I am neither but aspire to be). Last weekend I made an apple pie with a dutch crust and my roommate nearly ate the entire thing. It is incredibly encouraging to see someone enjoy something you made so fully! I’ll chronicle some of my attempts here.
Below are a sample of the books I will be using:
1. Veganomicon: The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook
2. Becoming Vegetarian by Vesanto Melina
3. Vegan Soul Kitchen by Trish Wilkinson
4. Skinny Bitch in the Kitch
5. Babycakes Covers the Classics: gluten-free vegan recipes from donuts to snickerdoodles
6. Authentic Mexican by Rick Bayless
7. Asian Favourites – Charmaine Solomon
8. Hungry Girl: Recipes & Survival Strategies for Guilt-Free Eating in the Real World
9. Paula Deen & Friends Living It Up Southern Style
10. Four of Todd WIlburs Top Secret Restaurant Recipe books
11. Jamie’s 30-Minute Meals
12. Martha Stewart’s Cookies
13. Everyday Italian by Giada
14. The Paleo Diet Cookbook
15. Le Cordon Bleu Cuisine Foundations: Classic Recipes
After mentioning my procrastination angst, it seems the mere mention was all it took to get me going. I’ve since become Debbie-Does-It-All. Much of it may have to do with the extra energy I now have as I’ve been waking at 6am to workout before heading to the office.
I plan to jog there this afternoon, get ahead for next week while there will be no interruptions (hopefully) and then bike back as my pink cruiser has kept a near permanent residence there. I need to retrieve it so I can ride it all weekend!
Have a wonderful one,
XOXO
