A New Fall Movie to See: Grow - Starting October 3

 Something fun to see this Fall! Grow, the film is in theaters October 3! Looks like a great movie, I can’t wait to see it! 🎃 Tickets on sale now. You can purchase tickets at https://growthefilm.com 

Plot: "Welcome to the pumpkin capital of the world, where the pumpkins are epic, the rivalries are fierce, and the competition is anything but garden variety. Dinah Little, a no-nonsense farmer with a tough-as-a-pumpkin exterior, reluctantly takes in her abandoned niece, Charlie. Dinah is not quick to affection, and Charlie is not one for sitting still. So she throws her into farm life, sleeves rolled up and hands in the dirt.

Then comes the town’s biggest spectacle, the annual pumpkin-growing contest, a Halloween season tradition that brings out wild stunts, eccentric characters, and record-setting drama. But Charlie has something no one else does, a special knack for connecting with plants that quietly reflects her own longing to feel just as seen and loved.


But as both pumpkin and plot thicken, and rival growers pull every trick in the book, will Charlie and Dinah’s unlikely entry stand tall against the fiercest competition the town has ever seen?

As her pumpkin grows bigger, so does her bond with her aunt Dinah. Together they discover that the real prize is not measured in pounds, but in joy, laughter, and family. What begins as a seed blossoms into an exuberant and hilarious story of crazed competition, found family, and love that grows as boundless as the pumpkins themselves."

Check out the trailer HERE or watch it below! 

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From a 19th Century Pastor: the Insightful Alexander Maclaren Study Bible + GIVEAWAY

   Explore scriptures of the Bible in a new way, with the Alexander Maclaren Study Bible! 

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   Alexander Maclaren was a pastor of Union Chapter in Manchester England from 1858-1903. He was often called the "Prince of Expositors" because he was considered to be one of the best preachers in the nineteenth century. He had a poetical way of explaining stories in the Bible, that brought many people remarkable biblical insight, so this Bible was designed after him. 

   The Alexander Maclaren Study Bible is filled with passages based on his sermons, including Life Application Notes to help you apply thoughts to your life, essays about the scripture, study notes, and more! Maclaren has over 1,500 published sermons that have been separated into every chapter to help you further study the scripture, give you encouragement, and really understand it from his point of view. 


   This Bible is an excellent way to help you study each chapter and get a look at it from the eyes of a well loved pastor in the nineteenth century! It's beautifully designed with a nice cover and attention to detail. The pages are easy to turn and I love the look of stain glass window inside, that help bring emphasis to the thinking points. It also contains an index of features, two attached ribbon bookmarks, a concordance, and colorful maps. This Bible arrives in a sleeve and is of excellent quality. It would make a great gift! 

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Bringing in Fall With a Delicious Homemade Apple Crisp


   I made the most delicious Apple Crisp from the recipe over on Simply Recipes. It's easy to make and taste delicious! All you need are the following ingredients below:


7 Apples (peeled and cut/sliced)

4 tsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp vanilla

1 Cup Brown Sugar

1 Cup Rolled Oats

1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon

1/2 Cup of Butter (room temp)

   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Begin making the apple filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cut up apple, lemon, and vanilla. I didn't have lemon so I used lime - it made the sweet apples, tart. Next time I would prefer to use lemon. You can cut the apples however you want to. Simple Recipes did slices, I did cubes. If you did slices, layer it for aesthetics. If you did cubes you can just toss them in however. I took this a step further and added cinnamon to my bowl of cut up apples, mixing well for an even tastier spice! I also only used 5 apples so I made mine in an 8x11-inch dish, but if you use 7 apples, add them to a 9x13-inch baking pan.  

   Next, make the topping: Combine the brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in the butter until you have a moist, crumbly mixture. I didn't have Brown Sugar so regular Granulated Sugar worked just fine. I also had butter straight from the fridge so I had to slightly microwave it to soften. It still worked out well :) Then Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the apples. Spread it across however you like, and it's ready to bake! 

   Place your dish in the oven and bake at 375°F for about 45 minutes or until topping looks crunchy and apples are tender. Mine took about 40 minutes or so. I pulled it from the oven, let it a cool a few, and took a bite. It was soooo good. Best warm straight from the oven, and sweet enough to eat on its own, but if you need a little something extra, it tastes amazing with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream!

This is how it looked before baking. 
It got eaten up before I remembered to take an after baking photo! Oops! :)

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   Supporting my natural energy every morning, with the new, full spectrum, plnt® Organic Triple Maca Powder, thanks to The Vitamin Shoppe sending me a container to try!  

   This powder contains black, red, and yellow maca, organically sourced straight from earth. The flavor of maca is definitely a taste you have to adapt to, being slightly bitter and with a nutty taste, but just a scoop a day thrown into my morning coffee or breakfast smoothie, and I’m adding in an extra boost of nutrition to my diet. My favorite way to have this powder is a warm protein drink in the morning. A cup of warm water, a scoop of maca, and 1/4 cup of my favorite vanilla protein powder. I have grown to love this drink! 


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   The Short Game is an inspirational film on the story of Jeremy Avery, an avid golf player whose biggest goal for himself, was to become the State Championship winner and receive a college scholarship. He faced many trials through his life, and felt like his dreams were always on hold, never getting to truly focus on himself to push at achieving his goals. It took a drastic life change to help him come to realization that he can’t picture his problems as a burden anymore, that he must accept what is and move forward. 


   This is a beautiful film of friendship, family, and working hard to achieve the goals you set for yourself. I loved watching The Short Game and found it to be very enjoyable, without the focus being so much about the sport of golf, but of all the life pieces that went with Jeremy Avery’s dreams and being a big brother. I highly recommend this film! 


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How to Decorate Your Dining Table: Placemats, Tablecloths + Tips

   When it comes to decorating a dining table, the possibilities are endless, but that can also make it feel a little overwhelming. Depending on your dining table shape and size, you have to play around with settings to see what fits your style. Should you use round or rectangular placemats? What about a tablecloth? Or is it better to let the wood shine through? These are the questions I've been asking myself, while I'm trying to style our new and beautiful dining set! 

Tablecloth or No Tablecloth?

With a tablecloth, it can instantly transform your table, especially if you're going for a soft, cozy, or seasonal vibe. For everyday use, a cotton or linen tablecloth in neutral tones, like oatmeal, white, or muted sage, adds warmth without being too over the top. For holidays or gatherings, you can play with patterns or richer colors. I especially love the pine tree or Nutcracker vibes for Christmas time, and pumpkins and leaves for the Fall! 

If your dining table has a beautiful wood finish, and you're wanting something a little more minimal, skip the tablecloth and add a table runner instead! Then you can add a simple centerpiece like candles, greenery, or seasonal fruit.

Round or Rectangular Placemats?

Rectangular Placemats mirror the table shape for a clean, classic look. Which is great for a traditional or farmhouse style space, or for a table that seats more. Although they do take up more space, but they allow for all dishware, including cups, to sit upon it.

Round Placemats break up the angles of the table and add softness. Which is great for a casual, cozy vibe, but they don't allow as much space. Because of this, the cups end up on their own with no protection beneath them...which is not great for keeping your table from cup-condensation. To prevent this, you can get matching coasters to place under your cup, or use wine glasses, which add a nice aesthetic to the table! 

You can add in some extra vibes by mixing different materials around and layering textures, such as having woven placemats, wooden chargers, and linen napkins. You can bring height to the table with tapered candles, a vase of flowers, or a cute sculpture, and changing up the setting to suit the decor of each holiday. 


Having a dining table is fun and can be decorated to fit your needs as the main focal point in your dining room. 

Whether you go with round or rectangular placemats, a tablecloth or bare wood, decorating your table is about creating a space that feels like home. Don’t be afraid to experiment and let your style shine.

Do you have a favorite dining table setup? 

Share your ideas in the comments below! I'd love to see your beautiful tablescapes!