happiest birthday, pumpkin soups and dog dreaming

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We celebrated Dave's birthday with the traditional birthday apple pie (recipe here), a birthday party at the Clapton Hart with our friends and Dave's brother Adrian who's birthday is on the same day.
Thanks everyone for joining in, it was such a good night.

After all the celebrations our week was filled with real Autumn treats like pumpkin soup, hot-water bottles and ice cream in bed, as well as plenty of work.
Now Dave is off one week to Portland for business, which probably means even more ice cream in bed for me.
And while I am actually focusing on my career, I can't stop myself from watching dog videos, checking out different breeds on my phone while waiting for the bus and day dreaming about dogs.
I grew up with dogs and before I came to London a few years ago I have never lived without one.
I know long term we will get a dog, but I also know too well, how much time you need to invest when getting a puppy to train it well. We won't rush it, but a girl can dream...

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26 comments

  1. marissa (stylebook)7 October 2012 at 16:50

    girlfriend, will you share your pumpkin soup recipe with me? we made some last week and it was a travesty! and you know i love my pumpkin. :)

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    1. Unknown9 October 2012 at 23:46

      I never follow a recipe...
      In the kitchen I am fast and spontaneous.

      The soup above contained:
      1 butternut squash
      A handful potatoes
      1 big red onion & a little garlic
      A tablespoon organic vegetable stock
      sea salt, black pepper and nutmeg
      I boiled everything for 20min then added 1 cup of soya cream and blended it all. Its decorated with spinach leaves and cream.

      Bon Appetit!

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  2. Nana7 October 2012 at 18:11

    haha I love the picture of the dog with a birthday hat :)) I hope you get one soon! I really miss my cat XD it seems like you had the most lovely time!

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  3. esb8 October 2012 at 00:03

    i have dog fever too.


    trying to love other ppl's dogs for now..........

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    1. Unknown8 October 2012 at 00:05

      Ha, same here... Looking after the one in the picture from time to time, to get my dog fix.

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  4. Briseidy8 October 2012 at 00:14

    ice cream in bed sounds delicious! that looks like a really happy b day!

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  5. Gaby8 October 2012 at 02:23

    i can't believe dave & his brother are born on the same day!

    and girl, i feel you! i want a dog so badly, but it just not going to happen. boo.

    x

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  6. ::The Beetle Shack::8 October 2012 at 11:14

    Happy Birthday Dave! I do believe your dave and my dave share the same birthday month, and almost to the day!

    xo em

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    1. Unknown9 October 2012 at 23:47

      That is very funny! Happy birthday to your Dave too. x

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  7. Katie8 October 2012 at 15:25

    We have both always had a dog around. So weird living without one! When the time is right we'll adopt a dog. Happy birthday, Dave!

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  8. Allison Taylor8 October 2012 at 15:38

    oh boy, that traditional apple pie and all of the other treats look amazing. Tell Dave happy birthday!!

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  9. Erica9 October 2012 at 01:02

    Yay the birthday post!! Looks like you all had a great time. I rather like the idea of a birthday apple pie. Yum!

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  10. Johanna9 October 2012 at 03:37

    That soup looks delightful. Fall is just the best!

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  11. Dana9 October 2012 at 04:22

    I know what you mean...I love having a dog and I can't wait until I get to a place in my life when I can have one...it sucks making responsible and mature decisions! =p

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    1. Unknown9 October 2012 at 23:49

      I know, I also appreciate the freedom right now.
      It won't be right at the moment, but the day will come.

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  12. Unknown9 October 2012 at 23:48

    Thanks everyone for all the lovely birthday wishes! x

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  13. Ronnie10 October 2012 at 00:32

    What an awesome tradition to have birthday apple pie!
    Happy birthday to Dave!
    Ronnie xo

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  14. trishie10 October 2012 at 02:21

    Happy Birthday to Dave. A birthday apple pie sounds delicious and fun! How cute is the dog wearing the party hat.

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  15. Miek10 October 2012 at 11:34

    Yep, puppy's are a lot of work...ust likes babies ;)
    But they're sooo cute! Haha, love that picture of the dog woth the hat. And Congrats!!

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    1. Unknown10 October 2012 at 22:29

      Yeah, pups are like babies...at least they grow up quicker ;)

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  16. Kyla10 October 2012 at 14:20

    Aww, this looks like a great birthday celebration! And the apple pie sounds delicious :) I've been wanting a dog badly too, but my apartment doesn't allow them :/

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  17. Contemplating Beauty10 October 2012 at 17:52

    Oh Happy Birthday to DAVE!!! What endearing pictures of his celebration--and now i get why you were asking me about Nells!!! So you did grow up with doggies:)

    ooooooh i hope you can get a dog someday soon:)

    xo

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    1. Unknown10 October 2012 at 22:28

      Thanks for your email! Nells is such a cutie pie. Bichon-Poo, huh?
      I will look out for them. Seems like all these little fur-ball breeds have the loveliest characters. xx

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  18. Laicie10 October 2012 at 21:25

    Aww happy birthday to Dave! Ice cream in bed sounds like a dream... I could use that kind of day. :)

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  19. Kirsteen11 October 2012 at 21:55

    Pumpkin soup looks and sounds delicious!

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  20. Unknown14 October 2012 at 15:53

    Looks like a lot of fun! I love birthdays!!!
    From Paris with love, Vicky

    The Golden Bun

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