Evening Ride

Tonight, I went on a bike ride after work. I rode to the zoo and with the setting sun and trees turning, it was a beautiful ride. I took a few pictures and wanted to share!



The Cottonwood River from Soden's Grove Bridge.

Harry was jealous that I went out without him. So, when I got home, we played in the backyard. He is not very good at playing...he takes the toy and doesn't give it back. Although he really wants to play fetch, it turns into something more like tug of war!

FALL has arrived!

I love FALL! There is something about the cooler weather, trees changing colors, rainy days, apple cider and chili...it is all very comforting and makes me want to stay home and cozy up by a fire! I have put out the Fall candles and decorations, opened up the house to enjoy the crisp air, and bought a mum and several pumpkins last week.

Here is the link on our crafty blog all about my new Halloween wreath! http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=7565023634897105096#editor/target=post;postID=281455482422347462

Today is cool and rainy so what better weather for soup, apple cider and Halloween snacks! I wanted to share a couple recipes and pictures of our beautiful mum!

This snack mix is one my mom makes each Fall. The best part is you can add what candies and nuts you like best. I mixed peanuts, candy corn and Reese pieces (my husband's favorite) to make this simple and yummy snack. It is the perfect blend of sweet and salty with a little chocolate!

Taco Soup is one of our go to soups (2nd only to chili)! It also is very easy! All you need is 1lb. of hamburger, 1 can of corn, 1 can of kidney beans, 1 can of black beans, 1 can of chili beans, 1 can of tomato sauce, 1 packet of dry ranch seasoning, and 1 packet of taco seasoning.

Brown the hamburger, then in a stock pot or crock pot dump all the other ingredients (juice and all, no draining). Once the hamburger is browned and drained, add to the pot and simmer until ready to eat! We like ours topped with shredded cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips!!