Arkansas crystal bridges collage

This a gorgeous time of the year in Arkansas.  Our Ozark Mountain autumns rival anything you will find in New England.  God truly has a majestic paintbrush. Ya’ll come for a visit.

Take a walk along one of our trails that wander by what is becoming one of the most beloved art museums in America.  Ever evolving, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, is an American treasure that is free to the public.  Enjoy the beauty both inside and out.

fall 2014 at lake 3

Or come sit on the deck with me and enjoy one of the amazing views surrounding Beaver Lake.  I’ll be warming up a cup of this Autumn Sipper  for you.  A cup of this and this view are all you need.  They’ll  warm your soul.

autumn sipper

Next week I’m heading up to the north central part of the state to Eden Isle, home of the Red Apple Inn.  I am excited to share photos from there with you.   Oh, and did I tell you, I recently went canoeing in the Mississippi River?  Uh, huh!  I’m a travelin’ man!

Autumn Mulled Cider
Yields 8
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Ingredients
  1. 1 tablespoon whole allspice
  2. 3 3-inch cinnamon sticks
  3. 2 whole cloves
  4. 1 piece each lemon and orange peel, each about the size of a half dollar
  5. 1 piece crystallized ginger, about the size of a quarter
  6. 3 cups apricot nectar (peach nectar works as well)
  7. 5 cups apple juice or apple cider
  8. 6 ounces frozen cranberry juice concentrate, optional
  9. cinnamon sticks and orange slices, optional
Instructions
  1. Heat all together and allow to simmer for at least 1 hour; serve warm garnished with a piece of cinnamon stick and thin fresh orange slice and or lemon slices. Strain and refrigerate any leftovers.
Adapted from Fix It and Forget It
Adapted from Fix It and Forget It
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