“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.
It would be terrible if we just skipped from September to November, wouldn’t it?
Look at these maple branches. Don’t they give you a thrill—several thrills?”
-Anne of Green Gables
After a beautiful hot summer, the lovely Autumn is gently easing us into a season of cooler months. I’m so in love with this season. The garden is finishing, the home grown food is being stored safely in our cellar for winter, we are doing as many outdoor projects to wrap up the end of the year during a warm spell outside. On my list to do this week is gathering rosehips at the seashore, planting our garlic, gathering flower seeds from the garden, painting one last window frame, planting some more raspberries and blueberry bushes, and harvesting many more herbs from the garden for teas and cooking.
Things may just slow down for a little bit with the first frost … and while I enjoy every season, but I must say, Autumn is one of my favourites … the chill in the morning and the cozy fires, the delicious foods and warm homes, the fresh, crisp air … yes, I am so glad to savour every day of October.
Our family has started a business which takes us to the local farmer’s market every weekend. I will share more later but it’s an answer to prayer and I’m very excited for what the future will have in store!
In the meantime, we’re settling into a proper homeschool routine, reading schedules, math programs and all that fun stuff that comes with homeschooling. It is rather comforting to have a proper schedule and know your children are learning and growing and thriving. We’ve been home educating for some time now – this year, we’re working with the Good and the Beautiful and I very much prefer their curriculum. It’s absolutely lovely!
While I do believe each season has it’s glories and beauties, with the new season, I’m very much looking forward to a slower pace inside the home (despite homeschooling) … time for book reading, crochet by the fire, tea times and good baking together with the girls.
{This little lady grew in leaps and bounds in the summer sunshine this year!}
{Am I ever grateful for this second batch of children to raise! What fun they bring to our family!}
How is your fall coming along? I hope you are taking time to enjoy this darling season.
by Gigi
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