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Happy All Things Thursday!

And…

Happy Halloween! Bring on the candy, please.

On this glorious night we watch scary movies and consume ridiculous amounts of candy. I love it. Unfortunately, a North Dakota woman doesn’t feel the same. Apparently, she’ll be giving out ‘fat letters‘ to kids she deems ‘moderately obese’ this year. What the what? Way to pile on the shame, lady bitch. Can you guess how the kids are going to deal with that? Yeah, they’ll still be stuffing their faces with Halloween candy, but now it’ll be for all the wrong reasons. Well done. (Huffington Post)

There’s a possibility that a Sriracha shortage is forthcoming in America. Apparently, the factory that makes it emits pungent fumes, which burns the throats and eyes of the townsfolk of Irwindale. The city is trying to shut the factory down. When I read about it I almost cried, then ran to the kitchen to check my current stash. I mean…I don’t want these people to suffer, but…how about you guys take one for the team? (Huffington Post)

On the recipe front…

I must add this Pumpkin Pie with a Chocolate Crust to my collection of all things pumpkin. (Spoon Fork Bacon)

While I’m at it, I’ll need to add this Pumpkin Sage Polenta, as well. (The Kitchn)

These Dulce de Leche Brownies look divine. I’m going to bake them and consume them all by myself. Don’t judge. (Two Peas and her Pod)

What I really wanted for breakfast this morning was Goat Cheese and Chives Grits. What I got instead was lukewarm tea and a head cold. (The Kitchn)

Lately, I’ve been making these Pumpkin Waffles quite a bit. I think I’ll switch it up and make some Pumpkin Buttermilk Pancakes. Who wants to join me? (No. 2 Pencil and Baking Bites, respectively.)

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going back to bed. I need sleep…plus, the last season of Damages.

P.S. Please save the Kit Kats, Snickers, and Butterfingers for me.

 

If humans had genuine courage, they’d wear their costumes everyday of the year, not just on Halloween.
Douglas Coupland

Konnichiwa, my friends!

It’s time for another All Things Thursday! It’s been a full week and I have plenty to share.

Let’s see. How shall I put this? Ladies and gentleman, I present to you…’fart-free draws’. Well, that’s not what they’re called but that’s what they do. Apparently, there’s a British company that makes underwear that comes with a funk filter. Yes, you read that correctly. They’re called Shreddies, underwear which is made of chemical warfare suit technology. So…you can fart up a storm and none will be the wiser. Well, then…it’s good to see warfare technology battle our most important threat…gas.

Scientists in Argentina have found a way to harness natural gas from cow burps. You know, for when we have a serious energy crisis. Um…ok. Seriously, can somebody tell me why there’s so much news about ‘gas’?

I didn’t start eating eggplant until about five years ago. When I did I realized what a versatile vegetable it is. I can see Roasted Eggplant Spaghetti with Miso Brown Butter Sauce in my immediate future. The title alone has me intrigued. (Cookie and Kate)

Currently, I’m working on a pumpkin shortbread cookie, which is awesome if you want something with a nice crunch. Although, most of the time I want a soft cookie that I can really sink my teeth into: Soft Glazed Pumpkin Sugar Cookie. (Lauren’s Latest)

Not sure why I haven’t posted about this Pumpkin Bread. I’ve been eating it every day for breakfast for the last week. Seriously, just make it. (Alexandra’s Kitchen)

How bad do I want to make this skull art for Halloween? Pretty freakin’ bad. (A Beautiful Mess) I could add it to my collection of DIY Halloween stuff. Last year, I made this bomb-ass wreath. (The Art of Doing Stuff)

Feeling pretty good, y’all. Fall is finally here (re: thank goodness) and I couldn’t keep myself from playing hookie today. I’ve got cool weather, hot tea and Jack Skellington slippers on my feet. Color me thankful for the little things in life.

Have a great weekend!

P.S. If you can, check out Wait Until Dark at the Geffen Playhouse. I enjoyed watching it live, but nobody’s as scary as Alan Arkin playing the role of Roat. The show runs until November 17th.

 

My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four. Unless there are three other people.
Orson Welles

(photo credit: David Mayerhofer)