Happy Hallowe'en! So I'm a little late. . .

Just before Hallow'en my family and I met at a farm none of us had visited before to pick up some last minute pumpkins and random goodies.  It was the farm's last day before closing for the season so there wasn't a whole lot to see or do at the time but that didn't stop us from running around the Barley Maze like children and enjoying a slice of (cold) pie at their cafe. 

Hallowe'en night this year was actually pretty terrible weather wise.  It poured and poured most of the night - we only had 3 trick-or-treaters this year! Disappointing!  Mostly because I was the one to gobble up the box of candy we purchased . . . I picked-up a couple monster hats from Value Village - not realizing that there were kid and adult-sized hats.  Must remember to read labels!  So needless to say mine was a wee bit tight . . .

Each year I carve a pumpkin (Phil opted out this time) and this year I thought I'd be super fancy thanks to Pinterest.  I couldn't find the linoleum cutters that were recommended and settled on a good quality x-acto type knife.  Things were going fairly well at first. I picked out a design I liked, had it all drawn on and started gouging the pumpkin.  About two hours into carving my pumpkin I lit a candle, turned off all the lights and was thoroughly disappointed.  I hadn't carved enough of the pumpkin flesh away to get a proper glow!  So back the counter I went and continued scraping pumpkin away bit by bit.  While I was scraping away, the power decided to go out.  Argh.  That didn't stop me!  I kept going with a candle in the pumpkin and a small but bright flashlight between my knees and I tried to finished my pumpkin project before midnight.

Unfortunately when I had finished, the pumpkin looked more like Jamie from MythBusters than an actual Owl.  However, after approximately four hours of carving, it be what it be.  So that is what we had glowing from our dining room window that night - A man with a large mustache and glasses:  

I hope everyone had a safe and Happy (very belated) Hallowe'en!
And Happy (very belated) Anniversary to G & G J!

Weekend Wrap-up Con't: Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day!

Mixed Berries, Pancakes, Peanut Butter, Hot Chocolate, Cheese and Crackers Plate

Patriotic Outfit Choice

On Sunday Phil and I had a lovely brunch together and then headed to the local flea market.  Unfortunately it was closed due to the holiday so we walked next door to the Canada Day festivities being held at the exhibition park.  The event was more geared towards children so there wasn't a lot that was grabbing our attention until!  Phil noticed a bright purple food truck.  - Cue angelic singing here - I have been wanting to check out the Suburban Spoon and finally had the chance.  So Food Truck Crawl continued.  I had the Vegetarian Chili and Phil decided on the Thai Chicken Bites with French Fries.  Man oh man was it delicious!  Serving all dishes in a cone was a neat touch - and impressive for chili.  

Food Truck! Suburban Spoon

So Excited!

Chili in a Cone - Crazy Right?

Chicken Cone

We didn't stay for any fireworks this year and went to have dinner with Phil's family.  After diner we enjoyed many hilarious slides from when his older brothers were younger (Phil wasn't born at this point).  I enjoyed the 1970's hair and decor a great deal and can't wait to see some slides of my guy growing up. 

Slide Show Set-up

Freeeesh Coconut

 Since our long weekend wasn't so great weather wise we spent the next day putting around the house, eatin' fresh coconut, finding new friends at the grocery store, freaking ourselves out with horrible documentaries and enjoying delicious pizza with produce from the farmers market.

New Friend - Mr. Owl

Movie Time with Homemade Salsa

Colourful Tomatoes

Pizza Pizza Pizza!

Weekend Wrap-up: Happy Victoria Day!

Happy Victoria Day!
This weekend was FANTASTIC!  Sure it rained all Sunday and Monday so Phil and I mostly stayed around the house but I think it was just what we needed (or at least what I needed).  I didn't post anything from last weekend so here are many random pictures from the last two weeks:

Welcome Home Banner

Tulips for Phil

Super Simple but Delicious Breakfast

My Beautiful Present from Phil - I was so surprised!

A Boy's Way of Doing Things . . .

Green Smoothie!  We've been doing the Green Smoothie thing the last little bit and boy are they delicious! 
I recommend adding a banana. . .

My Try at a Puffed Pancake with Whole Wheat Flour

Chines Painting Tools

Practice Practice Practice

Phil Enjoying Sorbet in a Coconut 'Cause We're Fancy That Way

My Thrift Store Finds

Sorbet in a Lemon - Whaaaaat?

On Friday I Came Home to This

Energy Squares! Finally Made

Yum!

My Lettuce is Getting So Big - I transplanted them to their big boy pot this evening (no pic)

Brunch Fixin's

  My dear friend G came for a visit and I was so pleased to see him.  It had been approximately four years since we saw each other last and it didn't feel like any time had passed.  I felt pretty bummed after he left but had both my parents and Phil's parents over for dinner to celebrate a late Mother's Day so no time to be sad!  The dinner went really well - thanks to Phil and all his hard work!

 Even after two visits and a phone convo with K I still managed to finish my book AND return it to the library ON TIME!  This seriously is a major problem with me but NOT ANYMORE! Times they are a changin' . . .and the fees keep going up so . . .

Saw Mr. Snail on our way home from a rainy weekend walk.

My Vision Board.  I Need Help.  Ha-ha.

 Phil and I watched 'Overboard' with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell this weekend (my first time) and LOVED IT!  So so funny!  We popped our own popcorn - kind of the only way I like it.  No chemical sludge please.  Yick. . .

 No weekend would be complete without PANCAKES!  The strawberries were an added bonus.

 I guess I caught the baking bug this weekend and finally baked some macaroons as well. . . there is way too much food in our house right now. . . so not complaining!!

I also did a bit of watercolour practice - can you tell who it is?  I sure hope so. . .
Have a great (short) work week!!