Even though Fall doesn't officially start for another week, I was ready to bust out some Fall decor tonight. Granted, it's still an unbearably hot 92 degrees each day, but I was hoping that this would help put me in the Fall spirit. Since moving from the Chicago area five years ago, I miss many things; my family & friends, the comradery of cheering for the sports teams I love & FALL!
Oh how I miss wearing cozy sweaters & my beloved scarves!
And visiting a pumpkin patch, walking through a corn maize & sipping steamy apple cider...
Or feeling the refreshingly cool, crisp air on my face & the smell of burning leaves, or opening windows during the day & enjoying the beautifully fresh air & cuddling under the warm blankets on a chilly night.
And the sight of the changing leaves set against an amazingly blue, clear sky.
But as much as I absolutely adored the Fall while living in Illinois, I also felt a sense of sadness since I knew Winter was lurking right around the corner. So, yes, I loathe the seemingly endless heat of a Florida summer, but I certainly won't be complaining when it's 70 degrees in February!
Happy almost Fall to all!
I always think of you this time of year cause I know you miss fall. I remember you complaining about the pathetic excuse for a pumpkin patch down there. I was totally in a fall mood today. I made two apple cream pies, bought two mums, six mini pumpkins and a big one and got apple cider too. Ahh...wish you were here to share a piece of pie with me!
ReplyDeleteYou are so festive! I need to get some fall decorations and do this too. I'm excited to wear boots, jackets, and scarfs again! Fall is the best for fashion.
ReplyDeleteAwe, Lesli, I would have LOVED to have enjoyed a piece of your delicious apple cream pie with you! I miss you lots!!
ReplyDeleteLauren, I made a quick stop at Walmart yesterday for a few items & that was it. It took me a whopping half hour or so to get everything situated. It feels very cozy in here now!
This is a great idea Allison! I think it's time I get my Fall/Halloween decorations down from the attic! I miss Fall too, everyone up north is wearing hoodies, but pretty soon they'll be scraping ice off their cars. Your house is perfect for those Fall colors too.
ReplyDeleteI like to create my own scents while cuddled under a blanket.
ReplyDeleteMike, I think you'll be sleeping on the couch until your mom leaves. Then I'll let you sleep in the guest bedroom. Thank your lucky stars for my graciousness b/c you should be happy that I don't have you sleeping out on the patio!
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize it, but I bought the exact same wreath as you did! I love our little pumpkin scarecrows!
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