Feeling Like Fall

Fall is undoubtedly my favorite season, and I have been thoroughly enjoying it this year.  The temperatures the past few weeks have dropped significantly in the morning (though by noon it's still been in the 70s-80s!), which makes leaving for work in the morning definitely feel like fall.  The leaves have been at their peak this past week, and I can't help but exclaim "look at those leaves!" like every time we drive by a tree.  I just can't get enough of all of the beauty that is fall.  I'm looking forward to another beautiful fall weekend - one that promises a homemade apple pie and a visit with my parents.  Have a great weekend!

New Addition to the Kitchen

Look what arrived in the mail last week!  I have been wanting this little beauty for years!  I always imagined my kitchen would be complete once I had a turquoise Le Creuset Dutch oven and a red Kitchenaid...I guess I have arrived:) I am looking forward to putting this thing to good use this fall and winter.

What are your go-to soup/chili/stew recipes?  I'm ready to find some new favorites!

Happy Friday + Fall!

The first day of fall is tomorrow!  Autumn is my favorite time of year:  I love the cool evenings, cozy sweaters, pumpkin baked goods, sweaters, and just that fresh feeling that seems to come with the change of season.  We're starting off the season by heading to the apple orchard tomorrow (so excited!), so I thought I would share the rest of my fall bucket list.  

1. Buy mums for the front porch

2. Pick apples

3. Go to a college football game

4. Buy a dutch oven and make lots of soups & stews

5. Carve a pumpkin

6. Find a new flannel shirt

7. Get some Joe Beans pumpkin spice coffee beans (my favorite for fall!)

8. Take the MG out for some pretty drives

What makes you excited for fall?    

(image via here)