Happy Halloween

I was surprised to see this display at the Home Depot hardware store a few weeks ago. Who knew that they would sell Halloween costumes?

Pumpkin Face

Here's my pumpkin face this year, I realize I can't do scary. I stopped carving our pumpkin at least 5 years ago and now I just paint a face on for the trick or treaters. I ended up having to buy more candy because everyone started eating the first batch.

Noname Chocolate Bars

deadly nightshade

Well as Halloween approaches I thought I would show a scary plant in my photo today! The nightshade berries are poisonous.

Well we've turned the heat on, it has been cold the past few days, the house is a lot more comfortable.  Husband M and son K got their flu shots so the family is all prepared for the season.

My latest 'discovery' are these noname chocolate bars, well thanks to my (perhaps equally) frugal friend S.  They cost about a dollar and are made in France, how gourmet can you get.  I have tried the dark and milk chocolate and they are delicious!  'Noname' is a generic grocery brand here.

One Last Rose

one last rose

We heard on the news that there was a dishwasher recall and sure enough our dishwasher that we purchased in 2014 was affected. So after making the appropriate calls, it seems the power cord has to be replaced due to a fire hazard. They've asked us to stop using it meanwhile. Fortunately, we hardly use it. The part has been ordered by our authorized service dealer so they are supposed to come in and do the repair hopefully soon.

Paint Party Friday - Gourds

Welcome to Paint Party Friday! This piece entitled 'Gourds' is done in my sketchbook (9" x 12") in permanent markers. It is based on a photo I took recently. I am really happy with how it came together.

Blanched Broccoli and Flu Shots

I just have my perfectly blanched broccoli to show you today. You just boil some salted water and add the broccoli for about 5 minutes until fork tender and still bright green. Then I season it with olive oil, salt, pepper and basil or oregano.  I always tended to overcook my broccoli.  What's your favourite way to make or eat broccoli?

In other news, daughter L and I got our flu shots a couple of days ago.  We've been going to our local grocery store pharmacy to have it done.  The young student pharmacist was quick and very efficient and there were no lineups at the time.  You just walk in and no appointments are required.  Husband M and son K still have to get theirs done.

Scribble Picnic - Boo!

Welcome to Scribble Picnic! kindly hosted by Michael. I did my 'Boo!' piece on coloured cardstock (4 1/2" x 6 1/2"). It's done in acrylic and permanent markers, I think they are alcohol markers, they are blendable, although I hardly blend with them.  Do you like my barn board floors?