Contemporary Fiction Author, Infrequent Blogger & Retired Clown

Author: Shannon

Punkin’ Carving Like a Boss [Photo Journal]

Punkin’ Carving Like a Boss [Photo Journal]

Today was a good day. No…correction…today was a GREAT day. Here’s the thing: I very much enjoy the many (MANY) perks of being single — sleeping late, expendable income and grown-up vacations — but every once in a while, I like to borrow a slice [Read more…]

13 Inexpensive Halloween Centerpieces

13 Inexpensive Halloween Centerpieces

I’ve been covering the house in Halloween decorations since September 1st — skeletons, severed hands, pumpkins, dancing Frankensteins, I CAN’T STOP MYSELF. I just love Halloween. But of course the problem with putting up your Halloween decorations two months ahead of time is that it [Read more…]

Happy Fall Y’all Garden Sign [$10/10 Minute Craft]

Happy Fall Y’all Garden Sign [$10/10 Minute Craft]

Here’s the downside to crafting: (I know what you’re thinking — there’s a downside to crafting?) It’s really time consuming. Also, it can very quickly (and without you noticing) empty your wallet. So for the crafters out there who get the periodic urge to create [Read more…]

Mrs. Lovett’s Meat Pies (Empanadas)

Mrs. Lovett’s Meat Pies (Empanadas)

Last week, our low temperature dipped down to 59 one night (before rising back into the high 80’s the next day) so you know what that means right? IT’S FALL! Naturally, I immediately dug out my boxes of Halloween decorations and went to town. I [Read more…]