It's one of those in between time when we prepare for the next holiday. I talk a bit slower this time, but had some audio issues in the 2nd and 3rd segments. I'll keep working on it. The perfectionist in me didn't even want to upload this episode, but I have to get over that so I'm doing it anyway. On this episode I take you on a walk around my local forest. Birds are chirping and we have a small wildlife sighting while talking about things decorate with and do during the beginning of Autumn. I share some book recommendations and give you a couple of small spells you can do to really get into that Autumn mood. I have links and recipes below. Don't forget to like an subscribe, I can only get better from here. Project Gutenberg for all your public domain book needs.Legend of Sleepy HollowThe Hound of the BaskervillesAutumn by Robert Nathan Bram Stoker's Dracula Big thanks to the folks at Pixabay.com who supplied the music for this episode.Intro/Outro Music by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip CookiesIngredients3 cups finely ground almond flour1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda8 tablespoons/140 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature (1 stick)1 Cup granulated sugar1 tsp Molasses1 large egg1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract12 ounces/340 grams bittersweet chocolate chips, or coarsely chopped bar chocolateSea salt, for finishing (optional) DirectionsHeat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking sheets with silicone baking sheets or parchment paper. One large baking sheet can work as well.In a medium bowl, mix the almond flour, salt and baking soda well.Using a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter, Molasses, and granulated sugar on medium speed until very light, 3 to 4 minutes.Add the egg and mix on medium speed until incorporated. Scrape the bowl, then add the vanilla and mix to combine.Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until it is just combined, about 15 seconds. Scrape the bowl well and mix on low speed to make sure it is mixed really well.Add the chocolate and gently mix with a spatula to incorporate it. Scoop the dough into 10 golf ball sized dough balls, mash them flat to about a 1/2 inch circle and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets. Give them some space to allow the cookies room to spread.Sprinkle lightly with a finish of sea salt ( optional). Bake the cookies, switch the racks and rotate the sheets halfway through if you are using two baking sheets, just rotate the pan 180 degrees if you are using one large pan. Bake until they’re golden brown around the edges and just barely set in the center, 18 to 22 minutes. Move sheets to a wire rack for 10 minutes, then put the cookies onto another rack to cool with a spatula. The Fallen Leaf Spell Gather together a dry nice leaf from outsidea markera fireproof bowla candle, black or brown but any candle works, like a beeswax candle from Thornfieldandfog.comLight the candleWith the marker, write on the leaf what it is you wish to let go of. A person, a feeling, a situation, whatever.Hold the leaf and focus on what you are letting go of and say: As autumn sheds what cannot stay, I release these burdens on their way. What nourishes remains with me, What no longer serves, I set it free.Autumn Simmer Pot Spell Gather Together 1 large apple, sliced1 large orange, sliced3 to 4 whole cinnamon sticks1 tbsp whole cloves3 whole star anise pods1 tsp vanilla extractFresh water (enough to fill your pot 3/4 full) Prepare the ingredients by placing them all at the bottom of your pot or cauldron.Bring to a lite boil over medium-high heat to activate the aromaticsDrop it down to a low simmerConcentrate of thankfulness and say:Clouds so white and sky so blue, I am grateful, for all that's true.or In the here, In the now, let me see, The beauty of life surrounding me.You can find my store where I sell small batch handmade 100% Beeswax candles for meditation, contemplation, and reading and writing in cottage or dark library at Thornfieldandfog.com
