Fallish Love! And our favorite recipe.

Fall is such a perfect time of year. It's cool enough to wear a jacket and sip on warm drinks, while toasting by the fire. I love adding a little fall decor to our home, but not too much. In November, I start bringing out the Christmas decor...yes, I'm one of those people. ;-) But, 'till then, I'm loving our little bits of decor here and there. Here are a few of my favorite things this year:

I made this wreath for about $5. I know it's a little simple, but I liked it, plus it looks great on our black door! ;-)

These monogrammed pumpkins are the "centerpiece" for our dining table!! I'm in love with them!! My mother in law took me shopping one day and talked me into it! When we saw them, they were 50% off!! Happy score! You know she had to twist my arm to get 'em...haha. ;-)

If there is one thing I remember about my mom keeping home, was the way the house always smelled cozy! We use to make a seasonal trek to a candle factory called "Aromatique". These days, we don't get out that way very often, so I have to a dig a little harder to find the perfect scent. This year, I was shopping at target when I saw this candle... it spells like pumpkin pie with an extra dose of cinnamon!!!! Josh is particular about pumpkin scents, but he loved this one. Perfect. :)


Okay, this really doesn't fall into the decorating category...but it might as well be. It's so pretty! Our favorite soup hands down is Sweet Potato Soup!!! It's creamy, seasoned, a little sweet...and probably one our favorite comfort foods ever. We made it last night and served it up in China bowls that we inherited (we rarely use them they are so old!). Have you tried it? If not, the recipe is below!

Sweet Potato Soup
3-4 Sweet Potatoes: peeled, diced & cooked until tender
1 16 ounce can of chicken broth
1/2 cup milk or half & half
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sugar or honey (brown sugar is best imho!)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

In a blender, cream sweet potatoes & milk by rotating them in 1 cup increments. Add the mixture to a large saucepan and add broth. Bring to a simmer. Add butter, sugar and cinnamon. Bring to a light boil. Before you serve, at a teaspoon of cream to the bottom of the bowl and add soup. Serves great alongside finger sandwiches or french bread!

Okay, what are you in love with this fall? Did you decorate? Share your own links if you want...I always love getting decorating and seasonal ideas from other bloggers.

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