fall things...

Todays a new day and I didn't feel like spending it reflecting on failed friendships/relationships, but instead counting my blessings. I'm trying my best to put the past behind me, learn the valuable lessons that situations are teaching me, and do things a little better and a little smarter the next time around. I look around and I realize how lucky I am - I have a loving, supportive family, friends who are there for me through thick and thin, I'm healthy, my family and friends are healthy, and I'm working towards a career that I'm passionate about....as Kenny Chesney and Dave Matthews would said "I'm alive and well and today you know that's good enough for me."

The other day I passed my neighbor and said "It's a beautiful day isn't it?" and his response was "Everyday is when we're a part of it" with a little smile. How true it is.

I've been going to the gym which has been doing wonders for my mood. It feels so good! The weather has been absolutely GORGEOUS and I love being able to open ALL the windows and feel the breeze blow on through. It's refreshing and awakening. I look forward to falling asleep with the windows open and listening to the peepers - if you're from the country, you know what I'm talking about! :) I just cleaned out my kitchen pantry which feels great! Now I just have to tackle the rest of this place...but I'll get there...taking it one day at a time. Tomorrow I'll be motivated to do the rest.

Since Fall is well on it's way...I decided to share with you some of my favorite fall things:


Wassail - I discovered it when I went to the Biltmore Estate last summer. I had a sample and of course walked out with a packet of the Cider Spice. I'm not sure where I can buy it from around here, but if all else fails, I'll be purchasing it from the Biltmore Winery again.


Along with Wassail mix is Boordy Vineyards Spiced Wassail wine which can be served either hot or cold. This stuff is SO good in the Fall and Winter. I'll admit to drinking a whole bottle of warm Spiced Wassail wine while sitting on the stone wall at the Vineyards and having a blast of a night after that.


North Face Fleece - I love to break out the fleece. I love this jacket so much...so warm and comfy!


Pumpkin Picking and Anything Halloweeny


Bonfires



Football - Navy and the Ravens! My two teams. This is how I spend my weekends in the fall. Of course we can't forget the tailgating that comes along with that :)


Pumpkin Roll - Ahhhh...my mouth is watering at the moment just thinking about how delicious these are. SO so SO good!

Gossip Girl - Can't wait for this show on Monday nights! I love having a little "X O X O' in my life...

What are your favorite fall things? I know some of you are big on these pumpkin spiced lattes - I think I've tried it once before, but I can't remember because it was years ago. I'll be on a mission to try one of these this week!