Hmmmm....musings on....

Since I LOVE Fall, I stole this meme from Tosy and Cosh. I'm so predictable, aint I?

Have you ever been apple picking?
Almost every year of my life. Usually with the Her-Chicks, since me and Pippy apple picked through our youth together, we thought it was only fitting to continue climbing trees and making pies with her kids.

Is there a dish you make/eat only during this time of the year?
In some ways, many of the things I like to cook I will also make through the winter, but I think I have to say pumpkin/sweet potato ravioli are pretty much a fall dish for me. Although many of the desserts I make are strictly fall - pumpkin/apple streusel cake. Wow, when I think about it, there are few "fall specific" foods.

Will you attend a tail gate party this season?
Probably not, since I'm not a big football fan. But I will probably go if the situation's right.

When do you turn on the heat?
When my landlord decided to. Actually - today this year.

How many sweaters do you own?
Too many. About 20. Mostly ribbed sweater turtlenecks.

Are you fond of Nouveau Beaujolais wine?
Not really, although it makes me fondly think of Kyle.

Do you get excited about Halloween?
Sort of, since that was me and the hubby's first date. But work usually gets in the way of me having too much fun on the day, and I don't have any friends that throw parties anymore.

How about Thanksgiving?
Love it. Big Italian family thanksgiving with food, food, and more food! Macaroni, meatballs, antipasto, pudding pie, apple pie, cavatelli, and maybe some turkey.

Is there an activity you do only in the autumn?
Always do a pumpkin/apple picking day. Also do some canning (75lbs of tomatos this year).

Have you ever burned leaves?
No.

Do you own any ‘scarecrow’ decorations?
No. My mom has enough for the whole family!

Do you plant bulbs?
That would mean that I actually have a place to plant things.

Your fondest autumn memory?
Apple picking with the Her-Chicks. Almost every Thanksgiving.

When does fall begin for you?
Mid September, as soon as pull out my slippers.

What is your favorite aspect of fall?
Cool weather. Love that I can wear sandals and a sweater on the same day.

What do you like to drink in the fall?
I start my hot chocolate cravings, but sometimes I will actually do a "pumpkin" drink. Like a frappacino. Maybe.

What is fall weather like where you live?
Sunny, around 60, and lovely.

What color is fall?
Reddish Gold

Do you have a favorite fall chore?
Since I don't own the home, there are really no seasonal chores. But I love cooking again. With the oven on.

What is your least favorite thing about fall?
Too short.

What is your favorite fall holiday?
Thanksgiving, hands down.

What’s your favorite kind of pie?
Chocolate Pudding Pie. I don't know why, but since I only eat it at Thanksgiving and Christmas I love it! Apple's second.

Do you have a favorite fall book?
Books are definitely not seasonal fall me, but I will say "the Stupidest Angel" by Christopher Moore is a GREAT Christmas book.