Halloween

It’s October and the signs of fall are here. Trees are beginning to change color and lose their leaves. It’s a great time of year. Pumpkins and mums are all around, adding a beautiful splash of color. Halloween is beckoning and children are all excited as they try to decide what costume to wear for this festive time of year.

In Scotland where this began, there are no pumpkins and the tradition is to carve out a turnip. It’s not easy carving the turnip, but the result is very interesting. After you carve the face make a hole on each side and tie a rope on each end. Hang it by your front door, placing a lit candle inside. As the candle heats up the turnip, you will eventually have an old crumpled face – perfect for Halloween and trick or treaters.

(By the way, the inside of the turnip can be used to make soup)

If you are making a pumpkin pie, here are a few tips! If your brown sugar is very hard, place a slice of bread in the bag and leave it for a few hours; the sugar will then be soft. If you are in a hurry, grate the sugar. To prevent this from happening, store your newly purchased brown sugar in the freezer and defrost it whet you need it.

Before using your measuring cup, put a rubber band around the measurement you need. It’s a great help. When you’ve finished it all, relax and check out LaviniaLingerie.com. Decide what you would like to wear for personal pleasure – from a seductive sheer bra to playful thongs and boy shorts. Lavinia’s Active Wear line of camisoles, tank tops, leggings and yoga shorts will give you performance and comfort perfect for your yoga, pilates or dance class.

Enjoy!