Happy first day of fall! It felt like fall two weeks ago when I felt inspired to begin decorating for autumn and enjoying seasonal treats. This actual beginning of the new season is, in fact, hot, but I just had to get out my other decorations in hopes that the weather cools soon. These pieces…
3 End of Summer Books, Including a Must-Read Mystery
With one week left of summer, I’m sharing my final three reads of this summer 2024. Though these may be set in the warmer months, they of course can be read anytime and anywhere. Happy reading! The God of the Woods by Liz Moore The God of the Woods is the best book I’ve read…
The First Fall Decorations and Treats
This weekend has brought the first sweater weather, fallen leaves, pumpkins at our neighborhood farm stand, and feelings of autumn. On Saturday afternoon, I couldn’t help but embrace an early fall. My friend Ashley and I first enjoyed a dreamy walk in the park, and then went on an afternoon shopping excursion. We shopped AshBlue‘s…
September Transition: Thoughts, Photos, & Poem
It’s September 1st. Yesterday, I awoke to a bright, beautiful morning and welcome long weekend after the always busy, exhausting first few weeks of the school year. I snapped these photos of our home that, washed in sunlight, seemed a little like magic. I felt a sense of relief and accomplishment, and a need to…
Our New Patio Set, Flowers, & an August Book Rec
It’s August, the month I begin by feeling sad for summer vacation’s end, but midway through when the days start to get a little cooler and less humid, the early excitement for autumn seizes me. This occurred over the weekend as I woke up to dry, cool, sunny days. August can be such a lovely…
Book Thoughts: My 10 Summer Vacation Reads of 2024
Summer reading is my absolute favorite. With leisurely days spent outdoors or on the beach, I read more than any other time of year, and it’s just the best. I love escaping into the world of a dreamy novel, especially in the warm summer sunshine. Here are 10 books I’ve read over my summer vacation…
