Speaking of The Barn… they just ordered for a THIRD time and doubled their last order!! 😊

 

I have loved shopping at The Barn for nearly 30 years. Over the years, my dear friend, Molly and I will look forward to having lunch at Lavender 'n Lace Tearoom, just down the road from The Barn. Since I published Simple Hospitality, it has been such a joy to get to “hand pick” my very favorite shops to see if they would like to carry my book!

The last few weeks have been full with baseball games for our two oldest grandsons, a fun chili cook off on Halloween at our son & daughter-in-law's house, then passing out candy for Trick or Treaters in Bay Hill, and celebrating my husband, Scott's special 70th birthday! I still can't believe we started dating when we were just kids, 17 and 18 years old! The Lord has been so good to us, and we have much to be grateful for. 

 

You may know, I've always loved Fall - it's my birthday in October, cooler temperatures, changing of leaves, and pumpkin! One of my favorite recipes is this pumpkin dessert ring (shown above)!! 

 

You just have to try it, First name / my friend, it is always a hit! The butter sauce truly makes it!! After having ankle surgery years ago, I wanted to find a way to show my gratefulness to so many dear friends who came over during those weeks of healing. I decided to throw a Gratitude Party! I talk about it in my book, you can take a peek here! I made this delicious pumpkin dessert ring for dessert.

 

Or, if you're looking for something more traditional, this is my grandmother Ma's apple pie recipe I always love to make for Thanksgiving. Either of these recipes would be perfect for a Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving meal.

 

I know there are so many celebrations this time of year and I truly believe my book, Simple Hospitality, is the perfect book for a holiday party hostess gift, Christmas present for a friend or family member, client gift, or a treat for yourself! You can purchase it on my website here or shop locally - I can hardly believe it's available in over 40 beautiful shops now (list can be found here)!!

 

Thanks for catching up with me and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

I pray it's full of special memories. 

 

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