Well, I guess it’s technically considered fall now, so what better time to break out my brand new, shiny, 2013 fall to do, right? You may remember I started this tradition last year, and so here I am bringing it back. Because it gives me a reason to look forward to the new season, if nothing else. And I like fall, I really do. Last fall was so good to us. We went on a beautiful trip to Yosemite with my mom and dad and went to Tahoe with Zack’s mom and dad and celebrated Halloween and Thanksgiving (twice!) and visited Apple Hill. And so. This year, needless to say, there will be a lot of differences, and you know a thing about grieving that I’ve found to be very true, is that there are seasons of grieving. It seems with each new season comes a new wave of experiencing the most difficult and painful parts of grief all over again. Oh, what joy! But really, I need to focus on the happy parts of the season that is now upon us. And so! My list!
Apple Hill. It’s always on my list, every year, and that is because it is the quintessential fall thing to do if you live in Northern California. Heading up towards the mountains to go to apple farms and pumpkin patches- it’s just what we do. And it gets me excited for the new brisker days ahead. And also, apple everything. Pies, turnovers, donuts (THE BEST), cider. Yum.
Watch scary movies with dad. Because it’s a tradition, and every October it must be done. Whether I like it or not. Which I secretly love it and hate it all at the same time. We’ll be watching all of the classics, no doubt.
Fill the house with pumpkins. This has already begun. I was in the garage yesterday and found the Halloween/fall decor, and realized now’s as good a time as ever to at least break out the pumpkins. Not ready for the skeletons and fake cobwebs yet, but the pumpkins can make an appearance. The best part about these pumpkins? They are glitter. Oh yes.
Make some sort of seasonal treat. Probably including pumpkins, but maybe including apples instead since I like apples a lot more than I do pumpkins. Just keepin’ it real over here. Apple pies are wayyyy too much work for me, but maybe I’ll figure out something yummy and easy. I’ll keep you posted.
Eat chili. And crock pot meals. A lot. They warm you from the inside out. And plus, it’s Halloween tradition to have a big pot of chili every year, and so. That won’t be stopping. We found out last year Zack makes the best chili ever, so. Something to look forward to! Oh, and cornbread. With honey. Because you must have that, too.
Start another fall fashion series like I did last year. Only problem is, I’m not sure if I have enough new clothes to do that? Ha. Which means I would have to get creative. What do you think? Would you all be interested in another round of fall fashion? I’m thinking it’ll be a good challenge for me. Plus, it’s super fun. I need fun!
What’s on your fall to do?
xo
I’m hoping to make it up to Apple Hill this weekend! My favorite place this time of year and I’m ready to make apple sauce! I hope you are able to fill this season this year with lots of happy, fun memories :-)
Yummm homemade apple sauce is the BEST! You’ve inspired me to make some of my own this year, too!!
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Oh my gosh all your ideas sound so cozy! Do you by any chance do anything crafty? I too like glitter pumpkins :)
Oooh I may figure out something crafty- that’s always fun!
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i love this list! there is always so much going on this time of year! I need to organize!
Organizing is what I do best! haha
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Okay, now that I live in northern California I can go to Apple Hill. But, where/what is it!?? I’m trying to find a nice orchard within about an hours drive of Truckee. :>
Apple Hill is up highway 50 right past Placerville! So, it’s the opposite of Truckee, but it’s amazing! :) I’m sure there has to be something near Truckee that’s similar!
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Thanks a bunch for the info! :>
Love your fall to do list! I LOVE cornbread, but I’ve never tried it w/ honey. I agree with you that apple pies are way too much work. Every Fall I throw a pot luck for my friends and last year my girlfriends and I made 2 apple pies. Just the peeling and cutting like 18 apples was enough for us. Of course the guys didn’t help! haha Last year our pot luck theme was Fall Flavors and this year it’s going to be Comfort Foods. I love going to the pumpkin patch and apple picking. My friends and I are like little kids during the fall. We do hayrides, corn mazes, eat corn, drink apple cider. My favorite are the apple cider donuts.
Ugh, yeah, apple pie just always seems like SO MUCH work and so time-consuming! Buuuut the reward is delicious, so it might be worth it? Or I could just buy one. ;) I love that you have pot lucks! So fun!! And apple cider donuts are heaven in my mouth. SO SO good.
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I like apples WAY better than pumpkins, too! and crock pot meals are awesome because they are so warm….and so easy to cook!
The crock pot is my best friend in the colder months!!
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I lovvvvveee Fall. This list is totally getting me in the mood. Pumpkin recipes here I come!
Yay! I do too! So excited for it to get cooler :)
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My in laws live in Auburn and Apple Hill is so on my list!!
Oh, so much fun!! :) Maybe we’ll run into each other there!
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I looove fall fashion, so I dare you to do a series this year. I also really like the idea of having a fall to-do list – I’ve seen a few bloggers doing this so I may do one myself soon! :)
Bailey
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Girl, dare accepted! ;)
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I made an apple pie the other night after finalllyyyyy getting to eat a piece I told my husband I would be buying the pie crust for now on! it’s a TON of work.
Haha so I’ve heard! I’m sure it tastes just as good with store-bought pie crust! Plus, less headache. And more time to eat the pie. ;)
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yay fall fashion!!! i say…..you come to atlanta and do a shopping trip! :)
Girrrrrl I would so do that in a heartbeat! We’d have a blast!!
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Mmm, I can’t wait to break out the crock pot and make some comfort food! And I definitely think you should do a fall fashion series, only in blog world do we think we need all new clothes all the time. I think it’s nice to see fashion series where bloggers work with what they already have. ;)
I am so excited for this fall fashion challenge this year! :) You’re right, it’s good to work with what we have!
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great photos, you have such a lovely blog!
wow..i’m so envy that you got so much fun happening soon in fall..i got nothing here..24/7/365 summer days.so no list-to-do.i can’t wait to read your future posts of fall activities.happy! xo
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Fall is one of the greatest times of the year! I am working on going back on a detox diet for health reasons which really bums me out because ALL THE YUMMY FALL FOOD I WILL MISS but I know it is important. Plus, it never hurts to splurge every once in awhile. You should make pumpkin pie! Super simple and easy. Scary movie marathon sounds fun except then it makes me afraid to go to sleep at night. I hope you have a magnificent autumn, lady!