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C O N T E N T S 8

An Easy, Stylish Decorating Upgrade

10

How to make a Carved Pumpkin Last Longer

12

Wearable Fall Trends

14

Family Meals Matter

16

Long Blooming Perennials

18

Homemade Halloween Treats

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Holiday

HOW TO MAKE A CARVED PUMPKIN LAST LONGER It’s pumpkin season…and for those of you who absolutely love all things fall, a favorite tradition each October is the carving of the pumpkins! It’s always hard to hold off carving jack o’lanterns until right before Halloween and there are many different ways to keep your jack o’lanterns fresh and stop them from rotting. Here are a few tips and tricks to make a carved pumpkin last longer.

Pumpkins start to rot and wilt for two reasons…dehydration and mold or bacteria. To keep a carved pumpkin from rotting and looking shriveled, you have to attack both of these culprits by cleaning and then sealing the exposed surface of the pumpkin. Here is the step by step method you need to keep your pumpkin looking fresh!

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Carve pumpkin as desired.

Submerge the pumpkin in a large bucket with water and 2/3 cup bleach. Allow it to soak for 2 hours at minimum, up to 24 hours to allow bleach solution to kill any microorganisms on the pumpkin’s surfaces. (Keep away from pets and children obviously.)

Coat the cut layers and inside of the pumpkin with a thin layer of petroleum jelly.

NOTE: THIS IS FLAMMABLE SO USE A BATTERY-OPERATED LIGHT NOT A CANDLE INSIDE OF YOUR JACK O’LANTERN!!! The petroleum jelly helps seal in the moisture and keep out the bacteria that can cause your pumpkin to dry out or rot.

Spray the pumpkin daily with a spray bottle of water with a few drops of bleach to help keep it moist and clean.

Store the pumpkin in a plastic bag in the fridge at night if possible or keep out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry place for best results.

If it does start to wilt, try to revive it by submerging it in an ice bath for a few hours.

This works best when you catch it early. Dry thoroughly to prevent mold.

Just to reiterate, DO NOT USE CANDLES inside the pumpkin if you are using the petroleum jelly.

Honestly, it’s best to always use a flickering battery-operated light instead anyway. Real candles heat up and dry out the inside of the pumpkin, shortening its lifespan even further. Plus, it can be a fire hazard!

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Fashion

Wearable Fall Trends The fall season is all about remixing modern classics, which means some fall trends may already be hanging in your closet. However, if you decide to upgrade a few basics, you can find plenty of worthy investment pieces this season that you can wear again and again for years to come Be Romantic Shift your favorite summer florals forward with a cozy knit cardigan and military-esque boots. A zip-up sweatshirt, sneakers and a choker can add a little grunge to a midi or maxi skirt.

“I love the unexpected touch of punk paired with softer pretty pieces,” said Bobbie Thomas, NBC’s “Today” style editor and author of “The Power of Style: Everything You Need to Know Before You Get Dressed Tomorrow.”

Your 9-5 tops can also work for evenings and weekends – a soft tie-neck blouse can elevate a pair of faux leather leggings; just add a blazer and some heavy metal with chains. Or add a touch of lace with a camisole under a v-neck sweater.”

Do Denim Jeans – along with jean jackets, dresses, skirts, jumpers and more – are en vogue. In fact, denim from head to toe is definitely a do and serves up an effortless cool factor, Thomas said. Advanced textiles offer new washes and game-changing fit options.

“When it comes to your basic blues, style and science are blending seamlessly to better fit our figures today,” she said. “The optic technology in Lee’s Shape Illusions collection exemplifies a 360-degree design approach that lifts, lengthens and flatters from every angle. My favorite part is that they’ve applied this to both tops and bottoms with strategic seaming, side panels and enhanced pockets for under $30 – and it’s size inclusive.”

Go Green A treasure trove of jewel tones is in store this season. However, Mother Nature inspires a fresh, standout shade of green – from pistachio to emerald to forest – for a way to layer in color this season. If you’re looking for just a dash, a chic pair of earrings or a bold manicure is an easy way to go green.

“Its organic essence allows green to mix well with any hue,” Thomas said.

“A kelly green handbag pops against a classic black and white ensemble while hunter green is a sophisticated compliment to pale pink. Mint looks delicious when mixed with rich browns and chartreuse is the perfect jolt to navy.”

Borrow from the Boys While suiting is on the scene, oversize blazers are really back, Thomas said. Though models in editorials often sport them draped over the shoulder, she suggests a more practical way to wear the look.

“Keep your look sleek underneath to avoid losing your silhouette and consider making it your own with the definition of a belt or cross-body bag,” Thomas said.

From laid back lumberjack to traditional tartan, fall is also the perfect time to be mad for plaid. The pattern is dominant in stores this year with nearly every colorway imaginable and options like coats and carry-alls.

Boot Up Kick your look up a notch this fall with a boot. From pointy to square toe styles, chunky combat lace ups to western ankle booties and everything in-between, there really is something for almost everyone.

“I’m not sure there is a boot that’s not in style this season,” Thomas said.

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In Good Taste

Family Meals Matter

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or busy families, finding time to eat together isn’t always easy, but coming together around the dinner table regularly isn’t just about keeping hungry bellies full. Family meals nourish the spirit, brain and overall health.

Children who grow up sharing family meals are also more likely to exhibit prosocial behavior as adults, such as sharing, fairness and respect.

Research has also shown that with each additional family meal shared during the week, adolescents are less likely to show symptoms of violence, depression and suicide; less likely to use or abuse drugs or run away; and less likely to engage in risky behavior or delinquent acts.

In addition, adults and children who eat at home more regularly are less likely to suffer from obesity, and increased family meals are associated with greater intake of fruits and vegetables.

If you struggle to make family meal time happen, try these tips from the experts at the Food Marketing Institute Foundation, creators of the National Family Meals Movement, which aims to help families reap the benefits of enjoying more meals together at home. Or you can find inspiration to make one extra family meal happen each week with recipes like Barbecue St. Louis Ribs, Meatballs or Turkey Pot Pie from the family-focused cookbook “Family Table by Robert Irvine.”

Plan ahead. Prepare staples or extras of your favorite recipes that you can refrigerate or freeze to use when you’re rushed for time.

Mix and match. Challenge yourself to see how many different ways you can use a grocery item until it’s gone.

Embrace convenience. Grocery stores have many time-saving solutions, and frozen and canned produce can be quick additions to many recipes.

Incorporate the kids. Involve your children in shopping, meal planning and meal preparation whenever possible.

Make nutritional balance easy. Plan your family’s plates by making sure you are getting all the food groups over the course of the day.

“By quieting the noise and being truly present with the people around us, simple tasks you might normally take for granted – like putting a good meal on the table – take on a deeper meaning,” Irvine writes in his book. “The meal ceases to be a time for physical nourishment and becomes something that feeds your family’s soul. It’s not possible to forge that kind of a connection if you’ve got one eye fixed on your smartphone at the dinner table.”

Look for more tips and meal planning resources at your favorite grocery store.

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Meatballs

Recipe courtesy of “Family Table by Robert Irvine” on behalf of the Food Marketing Institute Foundation Serves: 6 1 Spanish white onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups diced bread (such as baguette) water 2 large eggs 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1 pound ground pork 1 pound ground veal 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 3 cups basic tomato sauce In small saucepan over medium heat, sweat onion and garlic.

In large bowl, soak bread in water 1-2 minutes. Strain excess liquid.

In separate large bowl, add eggs, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and onion-garlic mixture. Combine then add ground meat, soaked bread, extra-virgin olive oil, parsley and oregano. Mix thoroughly.

Divide mixture evenly to form 10-12 meatballs and use hands to roll into shape.

In large saute pan over high heat, brown meatballs in grapeseed oil on all sides.

Place browned meatballs in separate saucepot with basic tomato sauce. Bring to simmer and finish cooking, about 1 hour.

Turkey Pot Pie Recipe courtesy of “Family Table by Robert Irvine” on behalf of the Food Marketing Institute Foundation Serves: 4 2 tablespoons butter 1 Spanish white onion, chopped 2 celery ribs, medium diced 3 carrots, small diced 3 cups cooked, shredded turkey (dark meat preferred) 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 cups turkey stock (or leftover gravy) 2 potatoes, peeled and medium diced 1 square prepared puff pastry 1 egg, beaten Heat oven to 375 F. In medium saucepot, melt butter; add onion and sweat 4 minutes. Add celery and carrots; cook 4-5 minutes.

Add turkey and cook 4 minutes. Add tarragon, parsley and all-purpose flour; cook 4 minutes. Add stock and bring to simmer. Add potatoes and simmer until fork tender.

Pour filling into pie pan and top with pastry. Brush pastry with egg.

Bake pie 20-30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

Barbecue St. Louis Ribs

Recipe courtesy of “Family Table by Robert Irvine” on behalf of the Food Marketing Institute Foundation Serves: 12 Barbecue Sauce: 2 cups ketchup 2 cups apple cider vinegar 1 cup Dijon mustard 1 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon black pepper Spice Rub: 1/2 cup kosher salt 1/4 cup ground mustard 1/4 cup paprika 1/4 cup black pepper 1/4 cup cayenne pepper 1/4 cup ground white pepper 1/4 cup seafood seasoning 2 tablespoons ground cumin

Photo courtesy of “Family Table by Robert Irvine”

4 full racks St. Louis-style ribs To make Barbecue Sauce: In bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper. Transfer to thickbottomed saucepot over medium-low heat. Allow sauce to warm and mix over heat 10-15 minutes, stirring continuously. Remove and cool.

To make Spice Rub: In bowl, mix salt, ground mustard, paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, white pepper, seafood seasoning and cumin. Keep dry and covered until ready to use.

Remove silver skin from bottom side of ribs. Evenly rub each rack with 1/4 cup Spice Rub on top and bottom.

Wrap each in plastic wrap and keep overnight in refrigerator or cooler.

Heat smoker with pecan or other fruit wood to 165 F and maintain temperature. Remove plastic and place ribs in smoker 4 hours then check doneness. Ribs should be cooked but not falling off bone.

Remove ribs from smoker and glaze each rack with 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce. Return to smoker 30-40 minutes. Remove and glaze again with 1/2 cup sauce for each rack and cook 20 minutes.

Remove ribs from smoker. Allow to rest 5 minutes then cut into single or double bone sections and serve.

Photo courtesy of “Family Table by Robert Irvine”

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Growing Frisco

Long Blooming Perennials Add Impact to Your Garden with Repeat Bloomers

By Jimmie Gibson

Many gardeners like perennial flower plants because they return year after year. However, that doesn’t mean that you can plant them once and forget about them. Perennials require regular maintenance to look and perform their best. Staking, pruning, deadheading, dividing and pest control are a few of the gardening chores you can expect to enjoy when growing perennials.

To get the most bang from your buck, be sure to include some long blooming and repeat blooming perennial flowers in your garden design.

Large blocks of color add impact to a garden and the best way to achieve that is with long blooming perennial flowers. Here are a few of my favorites: Coreopsis (Tickseed) Coreopsis are undemanding plants, but short lived. Either allows them to self-seed or divide the plants every 2-3 years and replant the newer, outer sections. Flower buds form all along the stems, making deadheading a time consuming challenge. Once the initial buds have completed blooming, sheer the plants back by 1/3 to encourage new flower buds.

GOOD CHOICES: Coreopsis verticillata ‘Zagreb’, C.v. ‘Golden Showers’, C. grandiflora ‘Early Sunrise’ Dianthus (Pinks) While most Dianthus have a long natural period of bloom, many will rebloom with some deadheading. Several varieties are also evergreen and make nice edging plants. Dianthus does well in any well-drained soil, though it prefers a slight alkalinity. They don’t tend to live very long

and should be divided or seeded regularly. GOOD CHOICES: Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Bath’s Pink’, D. g. ‘Cheddar Pink’, D. deltoids (Maiden Pink) Echinacea purpurea (Coneflower) Having a long bloom period is just one of Echinacea’s many attributes.

Coneflowers are extremely drought tolerant; attract birds and butterflies and the intense color ads punch to any garden. The tall stalks are selfsupporting; unless they’ve received so much water they become floppy.

They require good drainage and full sun. Deadheading will prolong the bloom period. Although Echinacea is slow to spread, division is the best way to get the cultivar you want. The seed heads can be left on through the winter and will provide a treat for neighborhood birds. GOOD CHOICES: Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus”, E.p. ‘Fragrant Angel’, E. “Art’s Pride’ Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Daisies on caffeine. Gaillardia’s yellow petals around a burgundy center are impossible to ignore in a garden. All they ask is full sun and they will keep on blooming all summer. Too much shade and the stems begin to flop. In most cases, deadheading is not necessary for continual bloom, but it can make the plants look tidier. Gaillardia is another short-lived perennial and should be divided or seeded often. GOOD CHOICES: Gaillardia x grandiflora, Gaillardia ‘Goblin’ (dwarf), G. ‘Burgundy’, G. ‘Monarch’ Kniphofia (Red Hot Poker) The spiky, bottle-brush flowers of Kniphofia are beacons for hummingbirds.

Although they look like tough customers, Kniphofia actually requires a bit of winter protection in cooler zones. They are also a bit fussy about liking moist conditions in the summer, but well-drained soil for the winter months. Full sun is generally necessary for ample blooms. Kniphofia does not divide or transplant well, although you can usually get away with removing and replanting the young side shoots of the plants. GOOD

CHOICES: Any of the hybrids. Kniphofia ‘’Primrose Beauty’ is especially hardy.

Liatris (Gayfeather, Blazing Star) Liatris are easy to grow and texturally unusual. The thin, spiky leaves jut off the stems all the way to where the rosy-purple flower spikes begin.

Unlike most spiky flowers, Liatris blooms from the top down. Liatris can handle just about any type of soil, but the richer the soil, the more likely they’ll need staking. They’ll grow in full sun or partial shade. Liatris is long lived and doesn’t often require division. They will self-seed, but generally don’t take over. GOOD CHOICES: Liatris spicata (Spike Gayfeather) comes in white, pink and shades of purple

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Rudbeckia (Black-eyed Susan) Rudbeckia are at home everywhere and many are native to various parts of North America. They prefer well-drained, somewhat lean soil and full sun. Deadheading will prolong bloom and cut Rudbeckia flowers will last a long time in water. With their flat landing pad petals, they are attractive to butterflies and the seeds will be eaten by the birds during the winter.

Relatively long lived, Rudbeckias can be easily multiplied by division.

GOOD CHOICES: Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm” Scabiosa (Pin Cushion Flower) Scabiosa is a unique looking plant with a low growing rosette of narrow leaves and a profusion of gangly stems topped by pincushion flowers.

They are relatively easily grown in average soil and full sun. Deadheading is a must for long bloom and general appearance. Divide plants every 3-4 years. You can also root the secondary stems you will see coming from the base of the plants. GOOD CHOICES: Scabiosa caucasica ‘Butterfly Blue’, S. c. ‘Pink Mist’ Question: Jimmie, first let me thank you for your generous time you gave me and my husband last week! We took your advice and it worked!

Now my next problem…I have a spot that is right outside our living area window near the front entry that is not too large but everyone sees it coming into or leaving our home. Not so long ago your wrote an article about focal points in small gardens. So that got me really interested in this spot. Can you please look at the pictures I sent you and give me a couple of WOW options in your professional opinion? Thank you so much Kay L. in Celina

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Answer: Hello again Kay! Thank you for the kind words and yes I did receive your photos. You are right that spot needs a WOW plant!!

However I could not quite tell the sun exposure as it appeared to be a cloudy day Soooo....for full sun consider: 1. Pom Pom Juniper 2. Tanyosho Pine 3. Dwarf Loquat For shade or filtered light consider: 1. Weeping Crimson Queen Japanese Maple 2. Variegated Ginger 3. Aralia 4. Gold Dust Acuba 5. Purple Diamond and Daydream Loropetalum Until next time…Happy Gardening!!

-Jimmie

Send your landscaping and gardening questions to Jimmie Gibson Jr. at http://www.absolutelybushedlandscaping.com or jimmie@ absolutelybushed.com Jimmie is a Prosper resident and the owner of Absolutely Bushed Landscaping Company, an award winning, family and veteran owned and operated business created in 1980 to provide the highest quality custom Outdoor Renovation available to homeowners in the Dallas Ft. Worth area.

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Homemade Halloween Treats Halloween calls for candies and treats of all kinds as trick-or-treaters roam neighborhoods, but don’t forget to stock your own snack supply with homemade goodies.

Skip the store-bought sweets this year and instead opt for ideas like these that can be whipped up in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Party Mix As one of the easiest recipes you could imagine, a Halloween-themed party mix simply calls for your favorite snack-type foods tossed together in a group-sized bowl or individual containers. You can try just about anything from candy corns and miniature chocolates to pretzels, popcorn and more.

Spooky Cupcakes Kid-friendly treats are the name of the game when it comes to Halloween, and there’s almost no better way to get children involved in the kitchen than with some personalized decorations. Bake your preferred cupcakes – chocolate or vanilla – then call on the kiddos to use icing and toppings for creepy custom creations.

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Pumpkin Pie There’s nothing wrong with going with a classic. While it may not scream All Hallows’ Eve, pumpkin is the flavor of the season, which makes pumpkin pie a traditional taste this time of year. Because most versions call for a fairly small number of ingredients, it’s a simple way to bake a desirable dessert. Plus, you can easily give pumpkin pie some Halloween flair using whipped cream to “draw” a spooky Jack-o-lantern-like face.

Creepy Cookies Whether your family craves chocolate chip or prefers the sweetness of sugar cookies, you can lay out your favorite dough and use seasonal cookie cutters – think Frankenstein, witches, ghosts, spiders and more – for a frightful bite.

Caramel-Dipped Apples Skip out on bobbing for apples and instead dip yours in caramel for a traditional Halloween treat. Just insert wooden skewers in the tops of your apples, dip the opposite end into melted caramel and enjoy. To add a bit of fun and flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts or crushed candies on the caramel end of each apple.

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