Tonight: North By Northwest

This 1959 suspense film is an Alfred Hitchcock classic. North by Northwest is full of action and mystery. A New York advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foriegn spies, and is persued across the country while he looks for a way to survive.

There is really nothing else I can say but to WATCH IT.

:last harvest:

It's September and that's when you pick that last of your garden.

Home Improvement

There has been a lot going on at the Maple house, check out all the improvements. . .

Remember the retro but cool window cornice? We painted it chocolate brown and all the trim around the windows white. I think it looks TONS better.

We put this gas insert in last year and just now finishing it all. I really love the way the sage green looks. What do you think Mom and Dad?

We also built a path to the basement door. No more trampled grass.

LAUGH this Friday Night

I remember when my Dad took Lizzy and I to our first theatrical play at Ashland High School. It was a student production of Arsenic And Old Lace. I remember LOVING it, and ever since then it has been one of my favorites. Every character is so hilarious, and Cary Grant once again lights up the screen. This is a great movie for Halloween if you want to put it on hold till then.

This 1944 film tells the story of a drama critic who finds out on his wedding day that his maiden aunts are homicidal maniacs and that insanity runs in his family. So funny people, so funny.

I know this story sounds a little crazy if you don't know it but trust me, you will love it.

ps

If you are wondering where to get these classic movies listen up. . .

If you live in dear old Ashland Oregon, DJs is your place.

Those of you who are not in the Rouge Valley, NetFlicks is the way to go.

We Took A Trip

It was the end of Summer and Daniel was starting school. We decided to go to the beach. Down to Crystal Cove National Park. It was AMAZING. We spent all of our time by the water. We didn't have an umbrella so Dan built me a towel tent, so funny I know, but it worked for me.

We also went to the USA vs El Salvador world cup qualifier in Sandy UT. It was awesome. The fans were hilarious and we won 2:1! Great vacation, wished it could have been longer.

Go Shopping. . . at M

My dear friend M has some FANTASTIC new stuff in her shop. Go check it out.

Shop by M

His Girl Friday

I have decided to fill the September Fridays with Cary Grant. One of the greatest things about Mr. Grant is his wide range of acting. He can be serious, really funny, dramatic and even scary. In this 1940 hilarious comedy, he portrays a talented newspaper man who tries every slick trick in the book to keep his ace reporter ex- wife from remarrying. It's a quick, fast- paced, witty movie that will keep you interested all 92 minutes.

For a really quick movie treat to snack on try these delicious gems. . . Peanut Butter Chip Fudge Cookies. . . Dan's ultimate favorite cookie, they are to die for. Don't forget the ice cold milk, you will need it, trust me.

Here's the line-up

1 package Devil's Food Cake mix

2 eggs

.5 cup vegetable oil

1 to 1.5 cups Peanut Butter Chips

Here in the lands of Idaho, I have to add a little extra flour to thicken up the dough, or a little milk to moisten the dough. I would recommend testing one cookie first then adding whatever is needed. Flour makes them hold their shape a little better. We like these more cakey than chewy, capeesh?

Preheat to 350

Combine cake mix, eggs and oil in large bowl. Beat until blended. Mix in PB chips. Roll into balls and flatten slightly. Bake for 9 ish minutes, its hard to tell when they are done because they are so dark and chocolately. Yum.

Make sure you eat them warm. Enjoy the movie!