Welcome to the weekend, my friends! We have rain in the forecast this weekend and I’m so very happily here for it. Hearing the rain on the roof and windows just makes me so darn happy. After spending so much of my life in the desert, I’m guessing the thrill of a rainy season isn’t going to fade soon.
GIVEAWAY CLOSED Today, for the second week of the 12 Weeks of Christmas Giveaways, I’m giving away a pair of Hunter Rain Boots! I have the original style in glossy red and I love wearing them. One lucky winner will be able to choose whichever color and style (original or tall) that they like best. You can see them all HERE.
For what it’s worth? You are never too old to jump in puddles while wearing cute boots. Trust me on this. It’s the best part of a rainy wet day.
To be entered, leave a comment on THIS BLOG POST telling me which color boot you would choose. The winner will be selected on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 11:59pm EST.
Here’s the lucky winner’s comment:
ON THE BLOG this week: Sliced fresh apples, with a drizzle of peanut butter and honey, topped with a handful of crunchy chocolate peanut butter granola adds up to a plate of Crunchy Apple Nachos.
The BEST Chicken Tetrazzini begins with chicken, mushrooms, and pasta that is tossed together with a creamy, garlicky sauce. Then everything is sprinkled with just a handful of cheese and baked long enough to melt it all together. Served with warm bread and a salad, this meal is a hit every time.
These Dark Chocolate Whole Wheat Brownies have everything I dream of in my chocolate desserts. They are chewy, cakey, fudgy, gooey, and delicious! Plus, they are perfect with fresh strawberries and a scoop of ice cream. Is there a form of chocolate in the world that isn’t lovely with fresh berries?
What I’m CRAVING: This One Pot Chicken and Dirty Rice looks like the perfect hearty meal for my crew. I’m a big fan of skillet meals that include salty bites of kielbasa (like this One Pot Jambalaya Pasta).
My FAVORITE THINGS this week are these adorable Thanksgiving candle holders. I don’t typically do much fall decorating, but I simply could not resist these for the table!
What I’m READING: Fresh Eggs Daily: Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens…Naturally by Lisa Steele. I found Lisa’s website Fresh Eggs Daily when our baby chicks first arrived this past spring. All of the info has been immensely helpful as we’ve been building the coop and setting everything up for our chickens. The book is a wealth of advice for any new (or likely even more experienced) chicken keepers. I can hardly wait for the first eggs to be laid!
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin
Wishing you a beautiful week full of little things that make you smile!
Mary
Carol Paulsen says
Yellow Gloss so I won’t feel so gloomy this fall/winter during our consistent gray days in the Pacific Northwest. Putting these on would surely put a smile on my face and make me feel like sunshine as I walk to my mailbox 1/3 mile away.
Becky Hering says
I love the Original Black Glossy, I’m for anything shiny love patent so would love to have a nicer pair of boots for rainy days!!
Pat Clark says
I had to try those Crunchy Apple Nachos and they did not disappoint! I am so glad you introduced us to Fresh Eggs Daily as I have some chickens and love to find good resources and blogs. Last but not least, I would love the Military Red in 11 boots for my daily trips to visit my chooks and gather their eggs!
Pam McCallum says
I like the Original Red Gloss. No body likes have wet feet when running errands.
Joyce Szymanski says
Ocean Blue caught my eye!
Nancy Shumaker says
I would love the red, so bright. Thank you for the chance to win them.
Andrea Carpenter says
Hunter Green or Slate Gray but I love the bright colors too
Kate Patterson says
I love the color of the Dark Ion Pink tall rain boots!! Thanks!
Carla says
Oh my goodness, 2020 has been a challenge in so many ways; it’s been like a “year long stormy season.” I would definitely choose the glossy red. What a happy color to lift your spirits a bit! Thank you so much Mary, for always making me smile with your weekly post. I look so forward to it each week!
Cheryl Elias says
Glossy Red because they are such a fun color
Kathleen Duncan says
I love the red. Yellow is a close second!
Diane S. says
I would pick the bright pink rain boots, without a doubt!
Brandi Sustaire says
This is my first comment ever on a blog. I love your page and recipes. My choice would be original glossy red. Have a great weekend!
Libby Price says
I love the red ones
Mindy M. says
Original yellow would be my top choice, but they are all awesome! Love your blog and newsletters 🙂
Beth B says
I would probably choose glossy black – black goes with everything! Thanks for a chance to win.
Catherine Schaefer says
I love the hunter green tall boots. Great looking and such style!
Jamie Cobleigh says
Red!
Cara says
I Live in the NW. Need I say more?
LAURELE BARTON says
I think the violet would be a great color to wear on a dark, dreary day!