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Fall School- Friday, Pie Day!
Friday, Pie Day ! *6 Fun Ideas for a Fall School Day* Fall Fever. That’s a real thing you know. It is the seasonal variation of spring fever. Symptoms of fall fever include: -the urge to consume inordinate amounts of pumpkin flavored foods and beverages Seriously have you been to the grocery store lately? Pumpkin spice Oreos, pumpkin spice cheerios, pumpkin spice soda, pumpkin spice doggie dental treats, and at the checkout… Pumpkin spice GUM ?!? Yep. It’s a thing, for real. Not even kidding. -the need to watch football -the need to wear our cozy fall clothes Sigh…it’s still hot here, but I’m ready for the first day it dips…
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Fall Leaves Activities
~Fall Leaves Activities for All Ages~ Fall leaves make me want to create something beautiful! They’re some of the most beautiful artworks in nature. Nearly every color can be found. Even here in central Texas, our leaves have begun to be painted in warm yellows and oranges. While doing some reading for this post, I realized that there were lots of great ideas for activities to learn about leaves for the Littles crew, but not as many for the older crowd. Hopefully, you and your family will enjoy this mini fall leaves “unit”. Really, this is just a list of activities and reading, and would be a great days…
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Thankfulness: The Real Things Haven’t Changed
~Thankfulness~ “The real things haven’t changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong.” ~Laura Ingalls Wilder I have been working on a unit study about life in Frontier America. I am amazed by the pioneer’s courage and their simple faith. Thankfulness…the real things haven’t changed. Their gratitude for the smallest graces is something we can all reflect on and aspire to. What simple pleasures are you thankful for today? My quick list: ~Laughter ~Hot Coffee ~The smell of baking bread ~Salty, roasted pumpkin seeds ~Music ~The change…
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Making Memories
Making Memories What is your happiest childhood memory? Really. Stop and think hard. Close your eyes and remember. Think of the all the little details. It will make you smile. Even today. Ever think of how your own children might answer this question someday? Every day, we have the opportunity to create memories with the people we love. It doesn’t have to involve expensive vacations or extravagant gifts…just some thought and some time and lots of love. Get creative ! I have two (update: THREE😱) kids in their 20’s. Every year they ask if we can still carve pumpkins. It’s a tradition. They bring their friends…we laugh…throw pumpkin guts…make a huge,…
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Fun Fall Family Activities
All that is FALL is my Friday Favorite today! I LOVE FALL ! The cooler weather, breezy and brisk; the beautiful colors, reds and rusts; cozy sweaters, hot spiced ciders, and roaring bonfires, oh my! It just makes me want to get outside. The change of seasons seems to bring some kind of refreshment to the soul. This Friday’s favorites are all things fall… And just in case you’re a fall fanatic like myself, but are feeling kinda down about the long, lingering, sweltering summer weather, I think you can enjoy these ideas most anywhere in the country. I’m right there with you…it’s still HOT here in Texas. Alas, I lit my…
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