Good morning, friends! I'm sitting here (coffee in hand, of course) in my new Walmart PJs feeling cozy and cute and ready for a glorious day! This isn't a promotion (no kickbacks or paid sponsorships here) but I am in LOVE with these PJs! They're not hot or stuffy - I can even sleep in them (maybe because I keep the thermostat on 64 when the heat's on!). They're in stores in my area so maybe they are where you are too. My girls will be getting several sets from Santa this year!

 

There seem to be lots of festivities coming up (Halloween parties, tailgating, World Series watch parties, etc.) and it's all got me thinking about appetizers!

 

This week I'll share a few of my favorites, my go-to recipes, the ones I always show up with or make sure I have out when company's coming!

 

 

I also cooked up some new stuff this week so I'll share those with you too in case you missed them!

This week one of our South Your Mouth friends, Heather, reached out to me about a community college food pantry in need and she really spoke to my heart. If there's one thing that pulls me back to my roots, it's any small or rural school who's doing the best they can to help kids eat and get by in life. Maybe since my kids are college-aged, this really hit home. I made a donation and if you're able, maybe consider doing the same?? Even $5 would help a LOT! You can donate here just be sure to type “PATRIOT PANTRY” in the notes (there will be an obvious place to).

 

Again, I'd love to learn about your favorite appetizers! If you have a family favorite recipe (especially one that might be new to me!), I'd sure appreciate if you'd be willing to share the recipe with me! You can just reply to this email or shoot me a new one at mandy@southyourmouth.com

 

Well, I've decided to strip the 33-yr old wallpaper from my bathroom and paint it so y'all send me thoughts of patience and perseverance. And maybe some healthy muscle and joint thoughts too! HA!

 

Y'all be good this week! And if you can't be good, be good at it!

 

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