Give thanks for Thanksgiving

I'm already prepping for the food binge that is Thanksgiving Day.  My absolute favorites are the plain ol' mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce, but after days of searching the buffet of goodies on the web, I may have to reconsider (prepare to drool):

Roasted Sweet Potato Spears with Bacon Vinaigrette, Epicurious

Gougeres (Cheese Puffs), Nosheteria

Grilled Peaches in Wine , Giada De Laurentis

Potato, Salmon, and Spinach Patties, NY Times

Winter Fruit Salad, Smitten Kitchen

pumpkin chocolate chip muffins, bread + honey

Pumpkin Shortcakes with Apple Compote, Dishing Up Delights

What are your favorite dishes, new or old?  I really can't wait for Thursday.

photo via m.s.

Man, my wallet hates me

I've been delinquent with my posting lately.  Apologies all around.

Getting down to business...

I've been shopping around for man-things for my boyfriend and getting in serious holiday-mode.  The malls are mayhem and it's only going to get worse (cross your fingers, let's boost the economy people).  I've chosen a very slim selection of guy items that I think, very easily, could be incorporated into my wardrobe.  For obvious reasons, I didn't put any type of pant on here because I'd be doing laps in them, but I love the rugged and roomy feel of these pieces here.

• Tor Parka, Urban Outfitters, $158.00: Remember this?! Close enough and in LOVE.
  
• Analog Black Dial, Fossil, $105.00: I have a men's watch that I wear all the time.  It's bigger than my wrist and I wouldn't have it any other way.
  
• Globe-Trotter Centenary Suitcase, J. Crew, $2,400: This suitcase is absolutely classic.  I understand that an item like this is unisex, but J. Crew insists on filing it under the men's section.
  
• Cable-knit Cardigan, Gap, $138.00 $99.99: Who doesn't like a good grandpa sweater? No one.
  

Until next time!

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It's the most wonderful time of the year

Justtttt some holiday gift tags and invites I whipped up.  Lots more in the works.  I am too excited for this time of year!

I'm feeling a giveaway coming up?  Let me know your thoughts.