chill in the air

I left New York for ten days and all the leaves disappeared.
Photo by me.

two bouquets

My sister got married this weekend.

Her and my bouquets. Photos by me.

malibu creek state park

Took a walk through Malibu Creek State Park to Century Lake. After family and friends, easy hiking access is one of the things I miss most about California.

Photos by me.

crafting, baking, etc.

My baby sister is getting married this weekend and we are in the midst of some major project-ing.

From top: Makeshift version of this, granola baking and favors.

"brooklynized"

No idea what "brooklynized" means, but the bagels were pretty tasty.

fyi

I'm in Los Angeles this week.
Map from here via here.

reading, watching, listening

Reading: A Visit from the Goon Squad

Watching: Bored to Death

Listening: Smile, The Beach Boys

bracelets

Tracey made me a couple bracelets.
Thanks TC!!

red hat

Baby Audrey in her red hat. Adorbs!
Thanks CYO for the photo.

crackers

As I mentioned before, I made my own crackers to go with some dips I had made for Thanksgiving. They were such a big hit that I made more a few days later and devoured them almost immediately. Seriously, they are the easiest thing to make (the hardest part is cleaning the food processor) and people are super impressed (maybe less so when they learn how easy they are!). The recipe is from my favorite cookbook, How to Cook Everything:

Blend 1 cup flour, dash of salt and 2 tablespoons of softened butter in a food processor. Add enough water to make a dough (about a 1/2 cup)*. Roll out on a cookie sheet and score lightly. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes (or until browned slightly). Cool and break apart.

*Before rolling out, add whatever flavor you want. I made six kinds (plain, Herbs de Provence, sea salt, Maldon and black pepper, olive oil, caraway seeds) but anything works. I'm excited to try more flavors!