Dear October,

I’m so happy you are here! The air begins to feel crisp and the evening so pleasant. But before I feel the stress of approaching holidays, let us enjoy your bounty of colors, vegetables, and little goblins.

You will appreciate this easy seasonal recipe.

Simply Pumpkin Muffins:

• 1 box spice cake mix
• 1 can 100% pumpkin (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 snack size cinnamon apple sauce (optional)

Mix everything together and put the batter into muffin tins. The mixture will be thick. Bake according to the directions on the box. You can also sprinkle brown sugar or cinnamon sugar on top if you’re feeling crazy.

Next, as I absorb your beautiful weather, let me remind you to mark your calendars for our Annual Open House Street Event on November 4, 2021, from 4pm–7pm. We will be offering a scrumptious sampling. Hope you will join us.

(That’s seven-year-old Alix in costume as The Cat Lady.)