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Sunday, October 23, 2016

A BIENTôT À PARIS!

Last blog post before I leave for Paris! I am getting SOOOO excited! I managed to make one last pair of pants to go in my travel wardrobe...




I used my 
"Trifecta"pants pattern and a gorgeous cotton/silk blend cross-dyed fabric


I am pleased and highly relieved that my foot is much better and will not slow me down in Paris. I went twice a week for three weeks to my chiropractor who specializes in sports injuries, and he performed the magic!

Teddy has continued to dominate our lives...he is growing so tall, and he 
LEAPS at the counters in the kitchen in the hopes of getting up there. Luckily, when we built the house, we added several inches to the height of the counters.
We'll be safe for a little while...



Here he is, flying back from a run on the (covered) pool.He seems to like it equally, with or without water...

Even though we haven't gotten lower temperatures in our area, the trees and vineyards are turning colors and my thoughts turn to heartier fall dishes.
I made "Drunken Beans" from a recipe from Rancho Gordo and they were wonderful!


This morning, I started a new-to-me recipe;Cider-Braised Pork Shoulder with
Caramelized Onions and Apple Confit. I chose not to use my Instant Pot, but to do it in a Dutch oven on stove-top and then in the oven for 2 1/2 hours.



Here are the onions, caramelizing...



and here is the pot coming out of the oven. I'll serve it with wide noodles and roasted delicata squash. YUMMMMMMMY!

No, he didn't get any, and yes, it was a fantastic 5-star meal!

I've done my travel wardrobe planning a little differently this year...here are the "finalists" from which I will choose:






Let me know what you think of this way. Now the hard part comes, deciding which items stay, and which have to go.

 I will be joining up with Patti's Visible Monday, so come on over and say hi!

 I probably will not blog from Paris; I'll have only my iPad and very little free time. I think I'll 
follow Shams' example and post pictures on Instagram instead. I'm mhoutz4 if you want to
follow me.

 TTYL
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37 comments:

  1. MaryOctober 23, 2016 at 4:26 PM

    I love the photo of the braised pork, complete with Teddy nose. Have a wonderful time and enjoy your travels!

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  2. belleOctober 23, 2016 at 4:37 PM

    What a blast you will have. Envious...in a good way!

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  3. PattiOctober 23, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    I hope your trip is magical! Your travel outfits look smart and I love your choice of shoes too. Travel well, xox

    Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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  4. IreneOctober 23, 2016 at 5:09 PM

    Have a wonderful time in Paris!

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  5. Susan BOctober 23, 2016 at 5:14 PM

    Have a fabulous time in Paris!

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    1. MargyOctober 25, 2016 at 7:03 PM

      Thanks, Sue...I think you'll be there shortly after I am!

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  6. Nancy KOctober 23, 2016 at 7:00 PM

    Have a fabulous time in Paris!

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  7. LPCOctober 23, 2016 at 7:00 PM

    All the best for your trip. I hope you eat as well there as you did on your pork shoulder:).

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  8. LindaOctober 23, 2016 at 7:07 PM

    I love that poncho!!!

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  9. LeslieOctober 23, 2016 at 9:17 PM

    You and Shams will be the best dressed travelers! Have a wonderful time. Teddy is adorable.

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  10. VickiOctober 24, 2016 at 12:12 AM

    Have a wonderful fun and safe trip. I just requested to follow on Instagram :)

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  11. CocoOctober 24, 2016 at 2:20 AM

    Have a stupendous wonderful memorable time!

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  12. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)October 24, 2016 at 6:08 AM

    Have a great time in Paris in your amazing new wardrobe!

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  13. sewingkmOctober 24, 2016 at 6:28 AM

    Seeing all these fabulous garments I wonder how you'll ever choose what stays and what goes. I travel frequently and limit myself to a 23" suitcase. What size bag do you take? Have a wonderful trip! Karen

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    1. MargyOctober 25, 2016 at 7:19 PM

      Thanks, Karen...my suitcase is an Eagle Creek Tarmac 25 Wheeled Upright. It's referred to as a 25". I've had it for many years and it keeps me from packing more than I can carry!

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  14. Mrs KOctober 24, 2016 at 6:47 AM

    Have a wonderful time!

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  15. MelanieOctober 24, 2016 at 9:30 AM

    I'm coming over to eat! Hahaha!! Really, I don't know which you do better - cook or sew? And happy decisions there trying to narrow down the trip wardrobe. I adore your poncho. Just take that - that's all you need. Heh. If only. Everything would look stunning. And I laughed that Teddy loves running on the pool. Glad your foot is better as well. You are going to have so much contentment on your trip.

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    1. MargyOctober 25, 2016 at 7:21 PM

      Thanks, Mel...I bet I'd get a lot of attention if I wore only the poncho....

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  16. JHOctober 24, 2016 at 5:29 PM

    Margy-have a wonderful time in Paris!

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  17. RuthOctober 25, 2016 at 10:35 AM

    Wish I was there!!!!
    Although I might be slightly fashion-challenged with your collection.
    Have a brilliant time and tell us all about it on your return.

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    1. MargyOctober 25, 2016 at 7:22 PM

      Thanks, Ruth...you...fashion challenged? I don't think so!

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  18. LianaOctober 25, 2016 at 4:56 PM

    Where did you get the red purse from? I just love it!

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    1. MargyOctober 25, 2016 at 7:24 PM

      It's a "Highway" bag; I got my first one from the MOMA years ago...and I've probably bought half a dozen over the years. They are great bags and last FOREVER!

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  19. GailOctober 29, 2016 at 1:52 AM

    I'm sure your not just visible on Monday but every day of the week! Stunning coat and perfect for strolling around Paris.

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