"Wrapped in Ribbons, Surrounded by Sentiment — Guess Where I’ve Been?"

 I have been a bit busier than usual as I have started a new job. 

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Can you guess where it is?

It is a fun place to work...filled with many wonderful offerings...

It has been around for many years and delights us year-round,

 but especially during holidays.

You have most likely visited here.... I hope there is one in your neighborhood.

Its name is very well known - even on tv.

It is steeped in traditions, and many people collect their one-of-a-kind delights.

Here is a hint...

You guessed it - It is my local Hallmark store.

It’s been a season of change,

 and I’ve found myself in a space where every aisle celebrates love, friendship,

 and the little moments that matter most.

We have many regular and loyal customers,

 yet there are those who are surprised there are still Hallmark stores around!

I am really having a good time. 

The other employees and the owner have been so welcoming and kind.

My grandson already has his eyes set on this cute ornament.

My sister who has a beautiful vintage Jadeite collection likes this one...

There is something for everyone - a place filled with keepsakes, kindness, and joy.

Be back soon.

Stay Cozy,

Carrie

🎃 “Still Finding Joy in the Pumpkin Patch” 🍂

After 45 years together, you’d think a trip to pick out pumpkins might lose its sparkle — but somehow, it never does. Every year, as the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to tumble, we find ourselves wandering through rows of bright orange pumpkins, pointing out our favorites and laughing over which one has the best stem or the funniest shape.

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There’s something comforting about traditions that stay the same even as everything else changes. The world moves fast, but this little ritual slows us down — a gentle reminder that simple joys are often the sweetest.

We load up our pumpkins, breathe in that unmistakable scent of fall, and smile at each other, grateful that after all these years, we still find joy in the small things — together. 

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And now that we have grandkids...we get to go twice and enjoy sweet Fall with the whole gang!

(or at least some of them)

🎃 Happy Pumpkin Hunting! 🎃

Sending Cozy Hugs,

Carrie

 

Queen for a day...

Sorry I haven't posted for a while...I started a new job, and it has kept me busy.

 I thought I would share this card I made for my daughter's birthday!

Staying Cozy and busy....

Hugs

Carrie

🍑 “Fruitful Farewells: Savoring the Last Sweet Days of Summer”

This bowl holds the last of my pears and plums as summer is coming to an end.

 I nabbed the plums from a neighbor's tree (with permission of course)

 and the pears came from my daughter's generously producing tree.

 They were so sweet and juicy.

I made some delicious scones using the ripe, yellow plums...

recipe courtesy of YUM eating 

I finished off the gift of zucchinis, also compliments of my daughter's garden,

 by making this veggie lasagna.

 She did a great job warding off the squirrels this year.

 Seems as though colorful spinners from Dollar Tree were the answer to that problem.

And here are the last of the Lazy Susans and Hydrangeas from my garden.

They were just beautiful this year.

Only 6 more days of summer before Autumn is official.

It was 90 degrees here today!

 I'm soaking in the warm sun before fall turns to winter and the flowers 

are traded for crisp days of cozy fires and cups filled with hot cider. 

Enjoy each season as it comes. 

Stay Cozy,

Carrie

Thank you, Charlie, for all you did for us.