The Medley's New Look

… er, I should say, a new hostess.  
Thank you for keeping the tradition alive, Katsumi!

The first week of October is National Mystery Series Week.  Do you sleuth alongside Nancy Drew or Miss Marple? Fan of Nero Wolfe?

For years I was a devotee of Sue Grafton's 'alphabet' series. Nowadays I enjoy mixing it up with Deaver, Baldacci ... or my latest fav, Mike Omer (Zoe Bentley series).

The first week of October is also National Chili Week. Do you plan on celebrating with a bowl of red? Have a top secret recipe to share?

Can't help myself. I'm totally a seasonal eater.

If our temps ever lesson, I might open a can of Hormel. (*smile*)

Seriously, for me it has to be c-o-l-d to thoroughly enjoy a pot of red. I'm looking forward to seeing what other Meddlers share!

October 2 is National Name you Car Day. Does your car (or did a family car) have a name?

In high-school my Rambler station wagon (a huge source of embarrassment) was called Mergatroid.  Later, I named my Corvette after an Italian ship's captain, Cesare.

Today is also National Walk to School Day. Did you walk to school with your friends? Take a school bus? Ever have someone carry your books home from school?

Yep. Uphill (both ways) through the elements. Only once in 12 years was the snowfall so deep, we girls were permitted to wear slacks.

During my junior year, gorgeous Gordon (*blush*) asked to walk with me and carried my books.

And it is National Pumpkin Seed Day. Do you like pumpkin seeds? Do you carve the pumpkin and roast the seeds? Do you buy packaged, prepared pumpkin seeds? Or, (are you) more of a pumpkin spice person.

I've never tasted a pumpkin seed.  But right about now I'd kill for a slice of Cheesecake Factory's pumpkin! Tom thoroughly dislikes the flavor, so there's no use trying a 'copycat' recipe.

Please tell us something interesting about your week.

Gosh, I'm stumped!

So far, we're really enjoying The Voice and the Chicago trilogy. Are you surprised/disappointed at any season premiers?

A few pictures perhaps?

My office (from corporate website). It's not nearly as large as this lens depicts.

My view from behind the desk.  A little football, anyone?

A few garlands from the Dollar Tree, an old pillar candle, DIL's trifle bowl and voila' … it's autumn in the dining room.

NOT loving this weather!

Before he left to join the Witness Protection Program, our weatherman posted: "Today's high of 101 not only broke the record for this date, it's also the hottest temperature ever recorded in October in Montgomery."

We haven't had a lick of rain in so long, what remains of our lawn audibly crunches when you step on it.

Ah well. Color me trying not to stress.

So, I was told Friday not to report to work until day after tomorrow (Th/Fr/Sa shift). But! I just got a text from the office manager stating I'm scheduled to work tomorrow through Saturday. I'll have to see if she doesn't remember that 3-day workweek we discussed.

Finally, from (an anonymous) Facebook post ...

This made me laugh soooo hard. Maybe it will do the same for you?

“Well, I guess you could say there is another store I will be avoiding for a while.

Went to grab some makeup wipes and took them up to the counter to pay. As per my usual self, I thought I’d make conversation and asked the clerk if she had ever tried them. She gave me an odd look.

So, I continued on saying I cook in a restaurant and feel greasy throughout the day so I like to freshen up. Should have stopped talking at this point but no.

Then, I said it’s so handy to have these so you can just whip them out and use them anywhere. This whole time she never said a word, so I paid and told her to have a good day. Still no response.

Got home from work last night and took them out of the bag. And that’s when I realized OMG I’m mortified. I laid in bed thinking of everything I had said to this poor woman.
So, now I’m thinking should I go back and explain myself or find a new drugstore.”

Y'all have a great rest of the week ... stay safe!

Hugs, Myra