Good morning…happy to be here with another wonderful blogging friend, Debra of Acquired Objects. Lucky Debra lives on a beautiful picturesque large piece of property in the idyllic countryside of New Hampshire. She gets to no doubt, experience fall at its finest as to me, there is no prettier place to celebrate fall than in the pastoral New England landscape. Debra has fabulous very refined taste…no surprise given her business of dealing with gorgeous antique textiles, throws and pillows. Her company, Oreillers is worth the click over if not to just drool and I do mean drool!
Think Fortuny and luscious 16th, 17th and 18th century textiles…I know I know, lucky lady! She is also a kind hearted, funny, taste maker whose blog Acquired Objects is a favorite to many of us bloggers and with good reason. Whether she is posting on the restoration of her fabulous barn/artists studio or gabbing about a favorite design theme or even posting about the feast she put together for her husbands birthday…… one sure thing is that its worth reading about. I am always fascinated by what Debra has to say. So I was super thrilled that she joined me here today to tell us all about her perfect fall day and it is as perfect as I had suspected it would be! Welcome Debra…….take it away!
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One word that comes to mind when I think of fall??aging! My birthday’s in late summer but everyone thinks it’s fall since it’s the middle of September.
One of the most wonderful things about fall is…….cooler temperatures so I can wear my big cozy sweaters. Have you ever worn cashmere pants? You should try them I love them!
My favorite fall color is????sapphire, that rich ocean deep blue.
On a perfect fall day, I would wake up at ???four but then again that’s a normal time for me I simply wake up. I love being up early when the world is quiet and I get to watch the day wake up.
To the sound of????birds and the scent of pine in the air.
The view from my window looks something like this……
The ideal fall weather could be described this way………cool and crisp in the morning with warm Indian summer temperatures in the afternoon.
My ideal morning activity would be???.hiking Dylan dog of course!
This is a fall outfit you might see me in????.
A favorite product (beauty or otherwise) I like to use as the weather gets nippier????Decleor Aromessence Neroli from Paris. This stuff is amazing and as the temperatures get colder this serum protects my skin from the elements and hydrates my skin.
For a fall breakfast I would indulge in???French Toast and bacon!
My favorite daytime activity in the fall is????Being stuck inside all day is not my thing so getting to enjoy any time outside with Dylan is perfect, when he’s upright.
Here’s what’s on my plate for lunch…….I keep it very light for lunch since I don’t want to get sleepy in the middle of the day. Anything with avocado gets my vote!
Around 3pm you might find me???????with my head in the frig looking for one of these for a pick me up! It only has 100 calories so it isn’t bad for you.
An afternoon “pick me up” snack might just be……..almonds or nuts because I can eat them at my desk.
For dinner you might find this cooking on the stove…………Anything with pasta. Pasta is great because you can toss in any leftover veggies you may have or simply toss it with garlic, olive oil and parmesan cheese and you have a tasty simple meal.
The perfect way to end a perfect fall day would be??????With my men in front of a fire with a glass of wine!
Can you see why I am a fan along with so many others? Love her style, her day is absolute perfection in my mind. And a happy belated birthday to you Debra, my son also shares a September birthday as well. I am all about cozy sweaters, roaring fires, pasta dinners and hikes in the fabulous foliage must be such a thrill! Lucky Dylan. Being a fellow Starbucks fan..I can attest to the healing powers of that “energy in a bottle”! Thanks so much for an inside peek into your perfect day, if you want to pop over to Acquired Objects to say hi…please do, click here to visit Debra. Thank you Debra and thanks to all of you for stopping in…….so how does this tie in with your perfect day?
Hi Tina, I think I need some french toast and cashmere pants! Beautiful post and such gorgeous pictures. Makes me kind of happy fall is here, though I am a summer girl all the way. I bet New Hampshire is beautiful this time of year. Thanks to you both.
A perfect fall day! How wonderful to hike through the crunchy fall leaves with sweet Dylan dog and end it all up with a glass of wine in front of the fire. Would love to join Dylan and Debra in their fall adventures! XO
I love these posts..I love when my blogger friends get together and share posts. I’m also loving that lunch choice..yum! And at 3 pm I need a pick me up too! Have a beautiful day! xo Sharon
I just got back from my morning walk in the piles of gorgeous colored leaves.
OH WHAT CAN I SAY but that this fine ladie’s taste is spot on with me. I love her style as she would wear those jeans with that Je ne sais quoi flair…and her menu looks fantastic for me as well, topped off with a fireside chat. In fact, that photo reminds me a tad of my own fireplace.
Tina my dear, your comment this morning is so welcomed and I am going to COPY AND PASTE IT SOMEWHERE so I can remember your words. Every one has a bridge to cross, a change to make, and when you are especially going into a dark and unknown world, WOW does it frighten me! But you know what really helps light the way? The faith and support of friends to help you SEE your way to the end.
Again, I am at a loss for words to express what you did for me. Because of your post, I will be quite busy this week, filling in orders!!!!!
Sorry, I am so sick of pasta I could scream. It is all anyone offers these days, and as for pasta salads; yuck! Forget it. The almonds looked good, though.
Hi Tina and Deborah, what a lovely post. I agree fall is kind of the ultimate if you live up north. I the idea of toasty chunky sweaters, long hikes and coming home to a yummy dinner of pasta and wine in front of a fireplace. Doesn’t get better than that. I love fall but would be happy to pass winter by. Great post, thank you and will definitely visit Debra at her blog too.
Debra is wonderful and such a sweetheart. She has offered us the perfect fall day here and now I’m craving a little of that french toast and bacon! Love all her choices! Thanks Tina and Debra 🙂
I am jealous, her life sounds perfect Nd so relaxing, I dream of getting to live in the country one day and getting to escape the chaos of city living, seems like she has a wonderful lifestyle and fall is a perfect season to enjoy the beautiful outdoors!
Love her perfect fall day! The cake, outfit, salad and the gorgeous fall leaves and fireplace! All wonderful! I just wish I had a fireplace in Florida…they are pretty rare here.
Cashmere pants? NNNNNice 🙂 I’d love to spend a fall day with Debra. Enjoying French toast and walking with Dylan in the beautiful countryside of New Hampshire. Then checking out antique textiles in her awesome barn. Thanks, Tina and Debra 🙂 Cheers, Loi
Tina thank you so much for having me over this was fun! People trust me get some real cashmere pants, lightweight and stunning but they will set you back a pretty penny but they last and they’re warm! With the wind we’re been having the last few days the leaves are almost down but our lawn looks pretty with all the color. Thank you again for having me over Tina you’re the best!
Debra’s perfect Fall day sounds like perfection to me too! Except the Frappachino, I don’t drink coffee. I would substutute a caffeine free, diet soda:) I LOVE wearing my Fall sweaters, jackets and BOOTS! If my back were not so bad right now I would go hiking. (going to the Dr. in 10 mins.) We had our first fire in our new fireplace the other night….along with a glass of wine. Have you ever had HOT apple spiced wine??? PERFECT i the Fall! XO, Pinky
Chunky sweater, fire, crispy breezes…ah, yes, Fall is certainly my favorite season. Oh, and don’t forget the pumpkin muffins (gluten-free for me!) and a hot apple cider! Mmmmmmm…simply divine.
Hi Tina, So nice of you to introduce us to your friend Debra! Debra, sounds like you and I have a lot in common! Now I’m off to visit your blog!!! Thanks again, Tina!!! xo
great choice in choosing debra (one of my fav bloggers) and her take on fall. debra, is that image really like looking out one of your windows!?!! amazing! i simply love your take on the season xo debra
Love Debra and her gorgeous blog!! Dylan has won my heart, and the pictures of him are just priceless. I haven’t seen so many gorgeous images in one place. Oh, I love autumn, and would love to be there. Thank you, Debra, for this great and beautiful post, and thank you, TIna, for having her as your guest. Happy Tuesday. Teresa xoxo
You are absolutely right, Debra is a favorite blogger of many. Her talent, taste and kindness are just a few of her wonderful qualities. I love this post, there are so many fabulous and beautiful images that make me wish Fall lasted a few more months. Thank you for sharing Debra’s beautiful ideas and visions with us!
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One word that comes to mind when I think of fall?? aging! My birthday’s in late summer but everyone thinks it’s fall since it’s the middle of September.
Around 3pm you might find me???????with my head in the frig looking for one of these for a pick me up! It only has 100 calories so it isn’t bad for you.
Can you see why I am a fan along with so many others? Love her style, her day is absolute perfection in my mind. And a happy belated birthday to you Debra, my son also shares a September birthday as well. I am all about cozy sweaters, roaring fires, pasta dinners and hikes in the fabulous foliage must be such a thrill! Lucky Dylan. Being a fellow Starbucks fan..I can attest to the healing powers of that “energy in a bottle”! Thanks so much for an inside peek into your perfect day, if you want to pop over to Acquired Objects to say hi…please do, click here to visit Debra. Thank you Debra and thanks to all of you for stopping in…….so how does this tie in with your perfect day?
Perfect indeed, from start to finish. Fall in New England is truly wonderful!
xo,
Phyllis
Wow… Enrichingly wonderful ! Love your fall 😉
Hi Tina, I think I need some french toast and cashmere pants! Beautiful post and such gorgeous pictures. Makes me kind of happy fall is here, though I am a summer girl all the way. I bet New Hampshire is beautiful this time of year. Thanks to you both.
A perfect fall day! How wonderful to hike through the crunchy fall leaves with sweet Dylan dog and end it all up with a glass of wine in front of the fire. Would love to join Dylan and Debra in their fall adventures! XO
I love walking through the leaves. Perfect fall day!
Cynthia
I love these posts..I love when my blogger friends get together and share posts. I’m also loving that lunch choice..yum! And at 3 pm I need a pick me up too!
Have a beautiful day!
xo
Sharon
GOOD MORNING TINA!!
I just got back from my morning walk in the piles of gorgeous colored leaves.
OH WHAT CAN I SAY but that this fine ladie’s taste is spot on with me. I love her style as she would wear those jeans with that Je ne sais quoi flair…and her menu looks fantastic for me as well, topped off with a fireside chat. In fact, that photo reminds me a tad of my own fireplace.
Tina my dear, your comment this morning is so welcomed and I am going to COPY AND PASTE IT SOMEWHERE so I can remember your words. Every one has a bridge to cross, a change to make, and when you are especially going into a dark and unknown world, WOW does it frighten me! But you know what really helps light the way? The faith and support of friends to help you SEE your way to the end.
Again, I am at a loss for words to express what you did for me. Because of your post, I will be quite busy this week, filling in orders!!!!!
BIG HUGS and hey, did anyone win? Anita
Sorry, I am so sick of pasta I could scream. It is all anyone offers these days, and as for pasta salads; yuck! Forget it. The almonds looked good, though.
Hi Tina and Deborah, what a lovely post. I agree fall is kind of the ultimate if you live up north. I the idea of toasty chunky sweaters, long hikes and coming home to a yummy dinner of pasta and wine in front of a fireplace. Doesn’t get better than that. I love fall but would be happy to pass winter by. Great post, thank you and will definitely visit Debra at her blog too.
Debra is wonderful and such a sweetheart. She has offered us the perfect fall day here and now I’m craving a little of that french toast and bacon! Love all her choices! Thanks Tina and Debra 🙂
I am jealous, her life sounds perfect Nd so relaxing, I dream of getting to live in the country one day and getting to escape the chaos of city living, seems like she has a wonderful lifestyle and fall is a perfect season to enjoy the beautiful outdoors!
Love her perfect fall day! The cake, outfit, salad and the gorgeous fall leaves and fireplace! All wonderful! I just wish I had a fireplace in Florida…they are pretty rare here.
What a lovely fall day! And now I discovered a new blog – thank you Deborah and Tina! And, enjoy THIS gorgeous fall day!!
Cashmere pants? NNNNNice 🙂 I’d love to spend a fall day with Debra. Enjoying French toast and walking with Dylan in the beautiful countryside of New Hampshire. Then checking out antique textiles in her awesome barn. Thanks, Tina and Debra 🙂
Cheers,
Loi
have a happy fall b-day.
the view from your room looks incredible.
and the hiking with you sweet dog….
what could be better or more peaceful.
love to you
Tina thank you so much for having me over this was fun! People trust me get some real cashmere pants, lightweight and stunning but they will set you back a pretty penny but they last and they’re warm! With the wind we’re been having the last few days the leaves are almost down but our lawn looks pretty with all the color. Thank you again for having me over Tina you’re the best!
XXX
Debra~
Debra is DEFINITELY my kinda gal! The walks, the food, the fire… heaven.
Debra’s perfect Fall day sounds like perfection to me too! Except the Frappachino, I don’t drink coffee. I would substutute a caffeine free, diet soda:) I LOVE wearing my Fall sweaters, jackets and BOOTS! If my back were not so bad right now I would go hiking. (going to the Dr. in 10 mins.) We had our first fire in our new fireplace the other night….along with a glass of wine. Have you ever had HOT apple spiced wine??? PERFECT i the Fall! XO, Pinky
Your post is the perfect fall day! It’s a beautiful time of year. Thanks for sharing.
Jennifer
Chunky sweater, fire, crispy breezes…ah, yes, Fall is certainly my favorite season. Oh, and don’t forget the pumpkin muffins (gluten-free for me!) and a hot apple cider! Mmmmmmm…simply divine.
Happy late birthday!
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I just love the call too! Crisp pine, cosy sweaters and a hot toddy! lovely–hope you are having a fabulous day, Barbara
Hi Tina, So nice of you to introduce us to your friend Debra!
Debra, sounds like you and I have a lot in common! Now I’m off to visit your blog!!!
Thanks again, Tina!!!
xo
hi tina
great choice in choosing debra (one of my fav bloggers) and her take on fall.
debra, is that image really like looking out one of your windows!?!! amazing! i simply love your take on the season
xo
debra
Love Debra and her gorgeous blog!! Dylan has won my heart, and the pictures of him are just priceless. I haven’t seen so many gorgeous images in one place. Oh, I love autumn, and would love to be there.
Thank you, Debra, for this great and beautiful post, and thank you, TIna, for having her as your guest.
Happy Tuesday.
Teresa
xoxo
Lovely images, and that fireplace is calling me!!! Will stop by the shop pronto!
xo Karolyn
Fantastically fun post.
I don’t have a fireplace, but could put a video on the tv and fake it! Grins.
Lovely Autumn to you,
d
Hello Tina,
You are absolutely right, Debra is a favorite blogger of many. Her talent, taste and kindness are just a few of her wonderful qualities. I love this post, there are so many fabulous and beautiful images that make me wish Fall lasted a few more months. Thank you for sharing Debra’s beautiful ideas and visions with us!
Take care and have a great night!
Elizabeth
Beautiful post…but then I expected nothing less from the lovely Debra!! x Sharon
So fun to see Debra over here. She is a sweetheart. She has the best taste and the most beautiful grounds. Love that Dylan dog too. xo
Just adore Debra and her Dylan dog!!! Love learning that she’s an early bird and loves sapphire blue. She’s an inspiration in so many ways!!!
xoxo Elizabeth
Who doesn’t love Debra and Dylan Dog? They are quite a pair. Wonderful to see her here!
What a lovely day with Debra! I loved all of her food choices especially. 🙂
Debra hit the nail on the head with her perfect day – we’re huge fans of French toast and Decleor’s serums!
xxoo
C + C