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I was inspired yesterday to put together all of my favorite pictures into a portfolio of sorts. It was quite the walk through time and I love seeing them all together. I'm hoping to start helping local businesses that I am inspired by by lending my lens so this is the beginning of this adventure. If anyone you know may be in need of my services, please let me know!

Halloween Crafty Time: Recipes

Here are some Halloween recipes and crafts to celebrate the season!

Pumpkin Wedges with Sage:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut a small pumpkin (such as sugar) in half; scrape out seeds. Place cut side down on a baking sheet. Roast for 30 mins. 

2. Remove from oven. Turn oven to broil. Cut pumpkin into two-inch wedges; poke fresh sage leaves into flesh. Drizzle with 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil until wedges are sizzling and sage is crisped, about 6 minutes.

Don't forget to save the seeds! Bake them at 350 degrees after tossing them with olive oil, kosher salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne and honey. Delish!

Once you've tried some wedges right out of the oven, use a few to add to a healthy and light vegetable pasta. Just toss your favorite veggies (I used peppers, onions, zucchini and mushrooms) with salt, pepper and olive oil. Then toss with cubed roasted pumpkin in your favorite pasta (I used brown rice spaghetti). Add more olive oil and butter (optional) and salt and pepper to taste. 

Want an easy Halloween decor project? Just fill your favorite vase with Candy Corn and Melocreme pumpkin candies and- voila! A perfect addition to your festive abode. I recommend using the pumpkins all at either the top or bottom. My attempt at layering the first try didn't turn out very well.