Enjoying Halloween

I met up with one of my best friends today and we painted our nails Halloween style. Well she painted mine and me, hers. She is mad about cats so I thought a couple of black cats would be appropriate.

Her parents also have an allotment so have been growing pumpkins. They gave me one which I carried home and then attempted carving. I am really pleased with how it turned out though, as I haven’t done one in a few years.  

I guess I enjoyed it because it just reminds me of being a little kid. Even though I’m not a huge fan of Halloween it is nice to do something seasonal. I just can’t wait for Bonfire night. 

Charity Shopping

Last Friday, me and a friend went for a mooch round our local charity shops. We have a little street near us with 7 on, so it is pretty good for an afternoon browsing.

I found a few books,

The Wild Things by Dave Eggers, which I have been wanting to read for a while. It is the basis for Where the Wild Things Are.

The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger. I have seen the film and absolutely loved it so it will be interesting to read the book. I just hope it is as good.

And, A Fraction of a Whole by Steve Toltz, which I have heard quite a bit about. It has great reviews, so should be worth a read. It is about a family of criminals and how they are trying to get rich while on the run.

I also bought this cute little, leather shoulder bag. Its tiny and suede, with a big front pocket. I just like how it looks and at £2.50 I couldn't help thinking why not. It also seems quite autumny, if that’s a word.