The Pumpkins

 The fields of pumpkins are thriving now.

And so are the fronts of the local grocery stores.

“Pumpkins are how October says hello.”

Stirring A Rainbow

 I bet you have seen these utensils in a store somewhere. They come in all different color schemes. I saw these at Buckee's. I decided to do a bit of research on them.

These are Baltique utensils. No two patterns are ever alike!

They’re made from laminated Pakka wood, where thin layers of dyed birch are pressed together to form those rings and stripes. Each piece shows its own pattern depending on how the block was cut.

They’re functional art — durable, water and heat ‑resistant, and safe for cooking.

If I had any of these, I would be afraid to use them or get food on them. They are just too pretty for their intended use.

“Colors carved from wind and flame.”

Crystal Venom

 I have always been terrified of spiders. So why did I snap this when I saw it? For you, my faithful followers! It is crystal, or glass, or maybe plastic. I don't know because I didn't touch it. It was bigger than a toaster oven!! OY! Blame Home Goods for this beautiful monstrosity.

“Every step is a threat wrapped in glitter, a shimmer that stalks.”

The Knick-Knack House

 I tend to give houses pet names, according to what they look like and what kind of decor is outside. 

I have named this one the Knick-Knack House. The reason is kind of apparent!

And they light up at night!

“Knick‑knacks: tiny stories that refuse to be quiet.”

Sunday Sunset - Hole In The Sky

 

Reflected in the window across the street

 “September sets the sky on fire just to prove it still remembers summer.”

The Stand

 The first pumpkin stand of the season is open! This one is my favorite because of the wall of pumpkins.

It's in a really pretty location, too.

“Under the autumn moon, the pumpkins wait;

take home a little round piece of fall.”

The First Two

 So far, I have only seen two houses decorated for fall. Here is the first one. It has a cool flag and two wreaths.

The other house is ours. We have two flags outside. A small one by the road and a large one in front of the house. They are very bright so people can see them from the road. 

The large one is a stained glass pumpkin.

·       “A prematurely autumn porch is a tiny omen: the cozy darkness is coming.”

 

·       “The first house to dress for fall is the one that knows magic doesn’t wait for permission.”