This week we're dissecting a favorite comfort watch movie for decor and home inspiration. This one is perfect if you need something to get into that autumn mood. This is an ongoing series for us, and this week's selection is Mona Lisa Smile from 2003. We'll also be sharing a book report and our best ideas for freezer meals.

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Decor inspiration:

The campus during fall time

1950's wedding

Little house that Julia Robert's character lives in

The dormitories

What aged well vs what did not in this movie:

Aged Well - acting, aesthetics, ads from 1950s

Didn't age well - making the love interest a man who sleeps with his students

Freezer Meal ideas:

Soup

Meatballs

Cookie Dough

Chili

Lasagna

Pizza Dough

Book Report:

Elsie- The Wedding People by Alison Espach

Emma - Who's That Girl by Mhairi McFarlane

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