The doggie lobster costume is in my possession!! 
I found it at PetSmart this afternoon and, of course, Murphy was super excited to see it. But, when he tried it on, it didn’t fit! It was too big! đ I’m always worried about things being too small for him, but I guess I overestimated his size today. Looks like I’ll have to return it tomorrow.
Murphy’s new chicken-flavor Nylabone, however, will not be returned to the store.
It was a big hit with him! đ
Dinner
For dinner this evening, I made one of my favorite recipes. Cauliflower was the star ingredient.
I made Real Simple’s Macaroni and Cheese with Cauliflower. Mmmmm!
IÂ love this meal!
After dinner, I enjoyed a Pumpkin Date Nut Bar, which I’ve had trouble keeping my hands off of today. Holy delicious!
I’ve been exhausted all day today, so I’m hitting the hay early for a good night’s sleep.
Good night, folks!
P.S. The image from my “Words to Live By” post is called the Holstee Manifesto. You can download a printer-friendly version of the Holstee Manifesto here.
I love Real Simple recipes…I just got my magazine this month and can’t wait to see what is in there this month!
Gosh, I need that costume for my cat! That is too funny! Dinner looks delicious as do the bars! Enjoy your evening and get some rest tonight!
I hope you find one that fits him!
I would love to see Murphy in that costume… just the thought of it is making me laugh. I hope you can find one that fits!
I can’t wait to see Murphy in his costume!
Hahaha! I can’t wait to see Murphy in the costume.
Since my boyfriend wants a pug, I’ve been posting daily photos of pugs in costumes on his facebook wall. Yesterday was a Yoda Pug. Today was a pug in a pink tutu. đ
I can’t WAIT to see him in this costume! Does he come with a side of coleslaw? I recently made a casserole with cauliflower and mushrooms. I think mushrooms would be good in this mac & cheese too!
YUM! Dinner sounds really delish Tina. I haven’t bought cauli in a while and you’ve got me craving some. I clicked over to the recipe link and found its SO simple! That peice of cheesy cauli is making my mouth water.
That lobster costume for Murph is SO FREAKIN ADORABLE!!! đ I can’t wait to have a dog again … my cat doesn’t like to be dressed up ;P
Cauliflower mac n cheese sounds like such a nice warm fall comfort meal. Can’t wait to see Murphy in his costume.
I really want to try that cauliflower dish–it looks really good!
Cute costume đ
What a great way to incorporate cauliflower! Love it!
Ahh I’m so glad you found the lobster costume!
I can’t wait to see Murphy in that costume!! So dang cute đ And cauliflower in mac and cheese sounds great- though I love it best roasted with salt and garlic powder!
I love baked dishes like that — total comfort food.
Too bad about the costume. I can’t wait to see Murphy in it though!
Get some good rest tonight!
Can’t wait to see a pic of Murphy in his costume!
Are you going to take him trick or treating?
Love the costume, can’t wait to see him in it.
Nylabones are great … tastes forever to destroy them! ; )
Awww, Murphy is going to make the cutest lobster! Too bad it was too big but I hope they have it in his size because I can’t imagine him being anything else! đ
Thanks for sharing the source. I shared this image in my department meeting today as a form of inspiration and everyone LOVED it!
I LOVED your words to live by – I’ve printed it off and am going to pin it up on the bulletin board in my office. SUCH good advice! đ
I’ve made that mac-n-cheese thanks to you!! love it!!!
The mac-n-cheese looks great! Thanks for the link! I’ll probably do 8 instead of 6 servings, though – looks like it’s rich enough that small will do.
I always drool a lot whenever you make that mac n cheese! It makes me so happy!
that lobster costume is seriously perfect! Since I have a 95 lb golden retriever, the only costume I could find was Santa! Hello Christmas.
That mac-n-cheese looks amazing, even though (being Australian) it’s not something I ever grew up eating so I never think to make it! I love cauliflower, though, so should try this đ
Your mac and cheese looks great- never tried that one
Murphy’s gonna be so cute for Halloween!! đ
If only my cat liked to play dress up that costume is to cute!
Aw Murph would make such a cute little lobster! I hope you find one in the right size. I’d love to see his adorable face in that costume!
I actually find cauliflower to be a cheesy vegetable, so I think it goes perfectly in a mac n cheese dish! YUMMMMY đ
O but you must post a pic of Murphy in that costume when you get the right size. I wish I had a dog to dress up. Sadly no pets allowed in my bulding. I live vicariously through my mom and sister. My mom’s dog is going to be a flower and my sister’s dog is going to be a skeleton.
Its been sooo long since I’ve had mac & cheese….I need to fix some soon!
I JUST shared a link on my blog about pugs in costumes!!!
Hilarious. The lobster is definitely one of my favorites. Well, they are all my favorite.
Also, this might be one of your most “comfort foodie” posts, but I think that’s why it’s my favorite đ
Ok Murphy looks adorbable… per usual! I think I’m dressing up Mr. Teddy as a hotdog this year. Haha! I’ve totally seen that recipe in Real Simple! I’m pretty sure that page is still dogeared. Thanks for bringing it back to my mind! I think I’ll add those ingredients to the shopping list this week! Yep! Maybe with some spinach…. mmm! I’m hungry now!
My puppy loves that bone, I think it’s kind of like his security blanket. But then, I also think he was weaned a tad to early.
Oh my, that lobster costume is adorable! đ Can’t wait to see Murhpy all dressed up! LOL
Please tell me they make this for cats.
Thumper has unwillingly been a lobster the past three years running. They’re tortured, but it’s friggin’ adorable. Murphy is going to look awesome!
Tina, I always love your photography, but I must say that the photos of the pumpkin bars are so very beautiful!! Excellent job. And on another note, I just think you should know that your blog is beautiful too. There’s a warmth, an empathetic tone, to it, and it’s what has kept me coming back for years. Great job. You’re doing all the right things.
dinner looks delicious! I want to cook it!
That mac & cheese looks awesome! Thanks for sharing. đ
mac and cheese looks amazing! I am having a craving!
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/39672629/ns/today-today_halloween_guide/
If you want to see some cute pet halloween costumes, look at this collection, there’s lots of pugs too đ My favorites are the GQ model and all of the cats đ