Almost Thanksgiving

This weekend we began prepping our holiday menu, and decided to keep a few tried and true favorites in the way of side-dishes, such as broccoli casserole, green beans with potatoes and candied yams.

Last year, I tested positive for COVID the week before Thanksgiving and it was the first time in years that I didn’t cook or give thanks with family and friends. Luckily, I experienced the symptoms of a light cold but, missed out on the festivities due to isolation.

This year I’m looking forward to celebrating and am eager to participate in the spirit of giving, especially with food!

Be thankful,
Kathleen

Loving November

The first item on my list is that Stylish Heath is 11 years old …… can you believe it? The month of November is where it all started, as it’s such a creative month. I remember sitting at the kitchen table discussing recipes with mom and designing menus for the upcoming holidays. Also, that Thanksgiving Sean, Tony and I were traveling to Dubai [for my first time] and I couldn’t wait to post reviews and posts on the culture, spices, souks and the engaging people. Blogging has been a wonderful venue for creative expression, and can safely state I’ll be blogging another 11 years, and then another and another!!!

Spending time with the two newest members of our family [my niece and nephew] is the best way to celebrate the holidays. Aria and Eli are the most amusing and loveable duo……ever! I love how they look out for one another, and their relationship reminds me of the time spent with my siblings years ago. I can’t wait to see them in a few weeks!!!

I’ve been on a soup kick lately and can’t seem to get enough. For lunch or dinner, I want the pork and shrimp bowl from my friend Quy’s recipe file or the French Onion version from a bistro on my last trip to Paris.

While on morning walks during the fall there are opportunity’s to take the most beautiful photos. The mist coming through the trees with sunlight from behind gives an ethereal quality.

Stay stylish,
Kathleen