Welcome to the October edition of the monthly Masterpieces of my Life Magazine newsletter. Happy Halloween – hope you had fun! This is the place where we look back with an October digest and look forward with forecast and trends.
This monthly newsletter reviews current trends, doings and happenings. The focus of the newsletter will give a peek behind the scenes around here, share curated content and provide digest communication. Welcome, I’m so glad your here today and I hope to provide some virtual love for my loyal readers.
The Gist:
Masterpieces Magazine #10 Newsletter
> Current Personal Anecdotes
> October Published Post Digest
> November Trends, Insights & Forecasts
> Spotlight Showcase & Inspiration around the Web
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Behind the Scenes
Where I share personal anecdotes, insider doings, and a peak behind the curtain of the Master”Pieces” of my Life blog. I hope information about me as a person will bring connection and a closer virtual relationship.
Life Lately
October was a busy month with home projects and crafts. We hosted Halloween at home and I served my usual menu. I leave you with a blast from the past!
Wellness Journey
My MS journey is pretty much status quo. Nothing good going on, but also nothing bad either. I get my next infusion in a few weeks, and I plan to seek out an MS specialized neurologist in the city in the new year along with a functional doctor. I’ll keep y’all posted.
My MS Journey Cliff Notes
I was first diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in my late twenties {1994} when I had an episode of optic neuritis. My eyesight regained quickly, and I remained asymptomatic most of my life until I didn’t. In late 2021 I had a break through episode, which provided my latest diagnosis. My main symptom currently is walking stamina. I can get around marginally and I still drive etc., but it’s all in an edited fashion. If you are interested you can read my whole story here {My prognosis & Living with MS}.
October Digest
October’s content included a mix of seasonal decor, crafting and tablescape inspiration plus much more. Fall is my favorite season, and I’m looking forward to Thanksgiving plus my birthday! Beyond that I love the holiday season and cherish the memories with family and traditions.
CREATE
How to Transform a Thrifted Doily into Casper the Friendly Ghost for an easy Halloween DIY
Another Anthropologie Dupe: Cascading Black Boughs Halloween Garland DIY
Halloween Decor: Faux Tin Tile Bat DIY
Seasonal Decor: Charming Long-tailed Bow for a Classy Halloween Accent
ENTERTAIN
The Easiest and Most Delicious Cornbread Recipe
Halloween Copper Inspired Table Setting
THRIVE
Get the 411 on Visiting Nashville, Tennessee
November Forecasts
As the month of October closes it’s full speed ahead into holiday merriment and craziness. Buckle up people. Plus Mr. M’s and my birthday are both in November to make things busier and crazier. It’s a big one for both of us, and we have a fun trip planned which I will share in next month’s newsletter.
Get ready for the rest of the year to sprint by. We’ll blink and it’ll be New Year’s Eve. But let’s slow down and enjoy every occasion, every holiday every month for what it is. Be on the lookout for seasonal posts, including entertaining, holiday and creative inspirational ideas.
Trends & Insights
2026 Thanksgiving Trends
Thanksgiving tends to be brushed over in between the early Fall | Halloween hoopla and the Christmas craziness. BUT I love Thanksgiving, so I am going to give it its moment here.
Theses trends are parallel to general 2026 trends with natural inspired accents, moody colors, botanical inspiration, and homespun decor. It all boils down to simpler and more meaningful elements. It’s not exactly about the stuff but rather what the stuff means and the feelings they evoke.
Inspiration around the Web
- I love a handmade floral display with charm and intention and not a perfectly crafted floral arrangement from the florist and Michelle from Thistlekey Lane knocks it out of the park with this simple but layered floral centerpiece in an amazing Majolica pitcher.
- I love forcing bulbs for the holiday season and Lynn from Living Large in a Small House has a fantastic article on the topic and the vintage vessels she uses are everything!
- If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year I love, LOVE this tablescape with all the green with just a little pop of orange from Home with Holly J.
- This 400 year old country, cottage in Cotswolds, England is beyond charming full of textures and layers with so many details to take in plus the gardens are full of cottage charm as well.
- If you celebrate Christmas this has amazing decor at a very reasonable prices, which I just stumbled upon, check it out (it’s not an affiliate just passing on some good deals).
- If you need ideas for Christmas decorating this year, this home tour is amazing full of vintage charm and fabulous collectibles.
- If you’re a holiday crafter, this ornament DIY is beyond amazing, with a total high end boutique feel.
Masterpieces of My Life Spotlights
Thanksgiving Table Inspiration:
Traditional Orange & Brown Thanksgiving Table
I hope this traditional orange and brown Thanksgiving table setting inspires in some way for your own Thanksgiving celebration.
Festive Cocktail:
Festive Pomegranate French 75 Cocktail Recipe
This cocktail is delicious, it’s elegant and simple to make, which is perfect for holiday entertaining.
Communication 101 & Building Community
Mastering the Art of Joie de Vivre
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I’m so glad you’re here today, I truly appreciate you and can’t wait to see you next time. I’m making plans for next year’s content and have some fun ideas for the newsletter. If you have any suggestions or topics you would like addressed here please share. I would love to hear and maybe incorporate it into the newsletter format.
Au revoir!
Shop My Favorites Right Now
- 1} My favorite Preserved Boxwood Square Wreath, which can be dressed up for any occasion
- 2} Lanterns create the perfect magical glow Square Wooden and Metal Lanterns – Set of Two
- 3} These mini boxwood wreaths are fabulous quality and perfect accents for chairs or as shelf or mantel leaners adding festive vibes throughout for home
- 4} These Jean Dubost Laguiole 6-Piece Steak Knife Set, Ivory Handles will make your holiday tables stand out and you will use them again and again- they cut everything like butter
- 5a} I love the texture and a bit of the unexpected these cheesecloth napkins bring to the party, setting a relaxed atmosphere with a touch of special.
- 5b} Grapevine mini wreath napkin rings bring rustic to the table but still add humble elegance displaying a napkin in style
- 6} My favorite candle of all time Driftwood Tray Candle
- 7} I’m obsessed with these loafers Betsey Johnson Womens Harloe– pearls and plaid and animal print oh my! Since I can’t wear heels anymore, I have to make my flats extra special
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