Ahh, the days are still warm, but don’t let that fool you! Nights are beginning to cool down and leaves are starting to turn. We have put our gardens to bed for the winter, just some kale and cabbage are left, most of the water barrels have been emptied, and we just have to put patio furniture away soon, probably after Thanksgiving.
We managed to get a few pumpkins this year, not so big, but I can make some pumpkin brownies and pumpkin tarts. We have a few gourds that grew as well for decoration. One thing that did happen not too long ago was that our chest freezer in the basement kicked the bucket. Luckily we did not have too much meat in it, so we were able to scramble and get it into our fridge freezer. We canned and made spaghetti sauce and vegetable soup with all our frozen veg. Sadly, our ice cream sandwiches didn’t make it. So now we have to be selective for a bit on what to make in order to freeze.
It’s Apple Time!
Have you gone apple picking this year? We picked some Honey Crisps, and my fave Empires. Apples are perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I make a wicked apple bread loaf, pairing it with a light drizzle of maple syrup. It goes perfect with a serving of good quality vanilla ice cream.
Do you have any recipes that you would like to share, or would you like me to post any recipes that are relevant to the season, let me know!
Perfect Weather For Hiking
Back on the trails after taking a break during mosquito season. They have been nice and dry so far, so walking is easy going. Once the autumn rains start, things get a little mucky. The one trail we venture to, Sudden Tract has added a boot brush by the entrance that you can stick your boot/shoe in to get all the muck off before you get back to your car, how thoughtful is that?
Do you have any favourite spots in the Waterloo Region to hike? Would love to hear from you and why you love that area.
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Hope to see you soon! Sandra
Sandra A. Murphy Reflexology 