Here we are.
A new month is off and running, which means it’s time to gather (virtually), grab a mug (real or otherwise), and have some conversation. I mean, the weather’s turning cold, so why not make the best of it among friends?
If we were gathered (virtually), I’d start the chatting with an October stat-share. There was a half marathon happening, as well as a couple long runs in the weeks prior. There also was a week of recovery, LOL, so the total miles are nice but nothing stellar. Biking was substantial, but most of those miles were via the spin bike. Walking dominated, though… most likely the result of that recovery week, when running was somewhat minimal.
If we were gathered (virtually), I’d tell you how much I have been enjoying my outdoor lunchtime walks. The air has been fresh and the temps have felt amazing! Even the downtown Des Moines traffic hasn’t been too crazy when I’ve been hoofing it over the noon hour. On a side note, those weather conditions changed this week, and not in a pleasant way, LOL!
If we were gathered (virtually), I’d give due praise to the recent sunrises (and sunsets). One such sunrise, as I was waiting my turn at the traffic light, was totally captivating! The clouds, along the horizon, resembled mountains in the distance. And how about that display of color!
If we were gathered (virtually), I bring up the subject of peanut butter-filled pretzels again. On a whim, I bought a tub of the Reese’s version of these little crunchy pieces of heaven. Wow, they really do taste like the candy bar (minus the chocolate). While I do like the Reese’s ones, I kind of prefer the store brand versions a tiny bit more. Those are the ones I have a stash of in my work desk, kitchen cabinet, and car. No regrets!
If we were gathered (virtually), I have to confess a rather embarrassing thing I did recently. I bought this adorable Halloween-themed planter, more for the plant than for spooky decorating. I’d been diligently watering the plant, making sure to keep the soil moist (I’d had a plant just like it years ago, and know it didn’t like dry soil). Imagine my surprise, upon closer inspection, the majority of the plant is fake! There is a tiny real plant, underneath all the brightly colored leaves, but it’s pretty itty bitty. Alas, I shall keep watering it, with care, and I’ll be watching for the baby plant to grow more.
Finally, if we were gathered (virtually), I’d tell you about a really fun (and unique) fall-themed event we recently attended. A local winery had a Cider and Dessert Pairing event a couple of weeks ago. Oh, was the cider amazing and the desserts were SO delish! Our server told us they were going to have a holiday-themed one as well, so Scott and I will be on the lookout for that as the holiday season unfolds.
Well, I’ve had the floor one enough, and I’m about due for a frothy refill of my hazelnut cappuccino.
What has been happening in your world? What would you share if we were gathered (virtually) and chatting?
Since it's the first weekend of the month, I'm linking this with Deborah and Coco for the Ultimate Coffee Date
Noooooo please don't tell me that the weather has changed in a not pleasant way. We've had such an incredible streak of good weather. It's been nothing short of amazing and I feel like I've been outside more in the past few weeks than I have all year.
ReplyDeleteThe cider and dessert pairing sounds amazing.
Except for Sunday, this week has been cold, dark, and dreary. At least today, and the weekend, is looking sunny!
DeleteOh, that is too funny about the plant. I could see that happening to me!
ReplyDeleteThat cider and dessert pairing sounds yummy!
Love that sunrise!
The plant makes me smile, even though it’s probably laughing at me :-)
DeleteLOL on watering the fake plant! At least it won’t die :) The pairing of cider and dessert sounds super fun! I also love my after lunch walks-glad you have a convenient place for those
ReplyDeleteI’m very grateful to be able to walk over my lunch breaks! It was such a treat to get outside the last couple weeks and enjoy some fresh air & sunshine!
DeleteWe've had great weather but when I look ahead, it's getting COLD. Boo.
ReplyDeleteI always say I'll walk at lunch but it rarely happens if I don't have a partner.
Cider and desserts - yum!
The cider and dessert gig was delish!
DeleteI love the plant story. It's hilarious, but I also think it's kind of weird that there would be a tiny real plant and then a big fake plant all around it. I could imagine some people thinking the entire plant was fake and then of course never watering it.
ReplyDeleteThis week has NOT been good walking weather down here! In fact it was insanely bad. Well... there's always next week. Sigh!
We’ve already had record rainfall for November! Yuck! Though, I guess rain is better than snow…
DeleteOh I like the idea of a cider and dessert pairing!
ReplyDeleteToo funny about your fake plant :)
Yes, it’ll be interesting to see how the real (itty bitty) one fares under the fake one!
DeleteYes, it’ll be interesting to see how the real (itty bitty) plant fares under the fake one :-)
ReplyDeleteThat's so funny about the fake plant! Weird to mix fake with a real plant like that! At least it wasn't pointless to water it if there's at least something real there.
ReplyDeleteHow nice with the cider and dessert pairing! That kind of event is so good and enjoyable. Definitely go for the holiday themed one!