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Did I put up our Christmas tree in our bedroom in September? No, I’m not that crazy…well maybe I am lol. I took this video last year when we placed a Christmas tree in our bedroom for the first time. It was a game changer, I loved the ambiance and coziness it added to our room, we’ll definitely have a tree in our room for the holidays again! And while I’m not quite in the holiday spirit…yet. Just give me a couple of weeks, the end of October is when I’ll start holiday decorating! I did happen to look at the calendar today and realized that Christmas is exactly 12 weeks away…seriously how is that possible?! It really is true that the older you get the faster time flies, I remember preparing for last Christmas like it was yesterday and here we are again. This Christmas tree has been a favorite of mine the past couple of years (I have 2!) but I’m excited to incorporate a new style @kingofchristmas tree into our home this year…stay tuned for that! I keep asking myself…how have I not thought of this DIY before?! As much as I’d love to buy a new fridge, one of those pretty all white ones, hubby has assured me that is not going to happen while this one still works perfectly fine. Lately, I’ve been trying to think of ways to make this ugly, black side of our fridge a little prettier, when this DIY came to me in a dream the other night. Actually most of my ideas come to me either in dreams or when I wake up during the night…does this happen to anyone else? Anyways, this is just the beginning of the ideas now flooding my head for more DIY magnets (stay tuned, I have some Christmas ideas). Who knew a little plate could look so cute hanging on a fridge?! So, if you have butter pat dishes, small plates, or even small shallow bowls lying around; here’s a creative way to use them! I’ll be sharing all the details on how to make these DIY magnets on the blog next week! Do you think this is something you would make for your refrigerator? I broke down and bought a piece of fall decor yesterday…this mini faux grass wreath. I was being strong as I walked through Target yesterday, telling myself no you don’t need this, no you won’t use that as I strolled through all of my favorite aisles. (For those interested my favorite aisles are Hearth & Hand, Studio McGee, kitchen, seasonal, and basically anything in between.) I happened to walk down the candle aisle which is one I typically don’t shop (all of my candles come from Antique Candle Co.) and as I turned the corner there was this little wreath…it was meant to be! And for only $10 how could I pass it up. But the best thing about finding this wreath is that it inspired me to update the little area behind our stove which I hadn’t touched since summer. And while I was arranging things by stove, I got the urge to bake an apple pie, so I did! So, the moral of this story is that if you find a little something that inspires you…get it! That little something may turn into something larger.🤍 Here’s a fun and delicious Falloween treat for you! This recipe is so easy to make it’s almost ghostly, which if you’ve been here for any length of time know that is true for almost all the recipes I share (and are the best kind in my opinion). With just 3 ingredients this dessert can be made in minutes making it a great after school treat, perfect for a Halloween party, or my favorite way to enjoy most desserts…right after dinner. Here’s the easy recipe! Oh, and I dare you to eat just one… My decor philosophy for fall 2023 has been minimalism, sustainability, and affordability. When this was the first audio I clicked on…talk about kismet! I’ve been trying to be really mindful of my fall home decor purchases this year (Because I’m out of storage space!), only buying something if it’s an absolute must (pumpkins count right), and reusing & repurposing decor from years past. This has proven to be challenging for someone who makes a living promoting new products! However, it’s forced me to be more creative, more imaginative, and that is truly what makes me the most happy at my core. Being creative makes me tick and makes me feel alive; not shopping, spending money, or finding the latest & greatest item. It’s funny how what started out as I have no more closet space to store more seasonal decor, turned into a rediscovery of myself and what brings me joy. If you’re looking to add more happiness to your life this fall, I challenge you to challenge yourself. Look within yourself to determine what happiness looks like to you. Try something new you maybe thought you couldn’t do or step outside your comfort zone and be uncomfortable. I think you’ll surprise yourself, I know I sure did this fall. So, here’s to a fall season filled with happiness, intentional choices, more money in our pockets, and endless creativity. I was 22 years old when September 11th happened, which seems like yesterday and a lifetime ago all at once. I was getting ready for work that morning and happened to have the television on when everything started unfolding. I was riveted to the tv and couldn’t fully comprehend what was happening. I remember feeling scared, like the world was coming to an end, and there wasn’t anything anyone could do to stop it. No one, nowhere, nothing was safe. It’s a feeling I haven’t had since that time and it’s one I hope to never experience again (or that my children ever have to experience). That day, I was fortunate to be at home, but there were so many that were not, and those that never came home again. If you lost a loved one on 9/11 or have lost a loved one because of 9/11, you’re in my thoughts and prayers. Days like today are important that we not forget. They serve as a reminder to remember & honor the fallen, to learn from history, to be kind to one another, and to appreciate here and now.🤍