October Happenings

October is my favorite month of the year. Naturally, I love December, but there is something so special about the fall.I love the crisp air, which is perfect for long walks,the beautiful colors and what is the start of a season filled with holidays. We also have two birthdays,my oldest son and my hubby, and this year celebrated my youngest son's Confirmation. Lots going on! Here is a bit of what we've been up to lately.
  My oldest celebrated his birthday away from us for the first time this year. He is studying at the Univ. of Illinois,so I made him a care package filled with delicious treats. These are some of the cookies I sent.

A week later, we celebrated my husband's birthday. He requested pumpkin pie with fresh whipped cream.

The cool weather has really kicked in here. Last Sunday,after a trip to the farmer's market, we came home and I immediately made hot chocolate! I had leftover whipped cream from the pumpkin pie, and it was the perfect drink for a chilly morning. I purchased the cups on Etsy from this shop . 
  

I love all things pumpkin, and when I came across these adorable labels I had to order them!I think the pumpkin labels may be sold out at this point, but they have some other really cute labels still available like these .

They made the perfect finishing touch for these fall gifts for my nephews. If you are looking for fun gift ideas for the little ones in your lives,this is a great one. I put together a fall themed fleece throw,a pair of Halloween pjs and some fall books. Wrapped them up in cellophane with a pretty ribbon and these cute tags!  So cute!

    I found these sweet little treats on my last trip to Trader Joe's...they are a perfect small bite when you just want a little something sweet.

  I haven't been baking cookies as much as I usually do, but now that it's cooler outside my boys have been asking for sugar cookies. I surprised them one day after school with this platter.

  
   Well, that is what has been going on around here lately. Looking forward to a productive week. I have a lot of household projects on my list, starting with cleaning closets! Fun stuff! Have a great day!