there's a little witch in all of us.

Halloween is almost here. For the last several weeks, it has been all spooky season all the time in my home. Music, movies, books, and decorations have been making this time of year feel extra special. Last year, I came down with something and wasn't able to celebrate Halloween properly, so my intention this year is to wear the Wednesday Addams costume that I purchased previously. I am a fan of Christina Ricci (her movies are incredible, her television work is outstanding, and she also uses her voice to stand against injustice) and her version of Wednesday Addams remains a favourite. Fingers crossed it will be a fun filled experience. Since the holiday is right around the corner, here are some of the pictures that I have taken this season. 

what i've been watching this spooky season (2026)

Holidays can be a lot of fun, especially when time is set aside for movies and seasonal specials. This spooky season, there have been all sorts of mysteries, thrills, and chills making the holiday memorable. This post is dedicated to some of the standouts. It includes several items from my DVD collection as well as a handful of streaming musts that can be added to your watch list. 

prozzak concert review and makeup look

There is nothing like live music to make the world seem better. My husband and I recently went to a concert to celebrate his birthday. Though there were two acts on the bill, we were only interested in the first act, Prozzak. This is an iconic Canadian duo from the late 1990s/early 2000s. Their music videos were especially memorable because they featured the animated characters, Simon and Milo. (As seen in the photo above.) Here is a review of the concert and a Prozzak inspired makeup look. 

spooky season show and tell: casper the friendly ghost

Are you making the most of spooky season? Halloween is right around the corner, so now is the time to dive headfirst into all of the festivities. I have certainly been doing my best to create some seasonal memories. There have been jack-o-lantern cookies, pumpkin spice treats, movies, decorations, and so much more. This year, my Casper the Friendly Ghost obsession has been in full swing. I have watched the live action movie from 1995 at least a dozen times in the last few months and have been enjoying all of the Casper items in my collection. Take a closer look at my collection in this spooky season show and tell.

outfit inspired by the fall season.

Fall fashion makes me smile. I love all of the warm colours and chunky sweaters. Lately, my most worn pieces include a thick brown cardigan, dark olive pants, and an assortment of Halloween inspired t-shirts. Comfortable, colourful, and seasonal. It seemed appropriate to bring some of that inspiration to the creation of beauty is art. On that note, here is a fall themed outfit. 

current obsession: warm and cozy items

The world is disappointing sometimes. There are so many people willing to harm others. There are so many people willing to support predators. These people make life feel unsteady, uncomfortable, and unsafe. On one hand, it makes me especially grateful for those who add light and kindness to the world. On the other hand, it is draining knowing that good people seem to be the exception rather than the rule. Perhaps that is the reason I have been seeking out comfort lately. Coziness, safety, warmth. I have been seeking it out in the content I consume, in the music I listen to, and in the items I have around my home. Here are some warm and cozy items that have been making life feel more beautiful lately, despite this imperfect world. 

new in: built in the chaos by ambyr michelle

Beyond the Gates has it all. An amazing cast, interesting storylines, memorable costumes, stunning hairstyles, and bold makeup looks. What a treat to have something wonderful to watch five days a week. Since it premiered in early 2025, there have been a handful of posts about Beyond the Gates on the creation of beauty is art. It is easy to be inspired by such an incredible series! In addition to watching the episodes, it is also fun to follow some of the cast members on various social media platforms. One of my favourite actresses from the show, Ambyr Michelle, has a YouTube channel and recently released her first book, Built in the Chaos. At first, the book was not available in my country, but I was finally able to purchase a copy.