As I sip on my favorite pumpkin spiced coffee (at Trader Joe’s – go get some!), I cannot help but feel wildly inspired by the autumn season. It’s such a wonderful time of year to experience one’s favorite Fall traditions, make a few changes within the home & heart, decorate the front porch and get outside in the crisp air.
Today I thought I would share a small list of what I am loving lately – experiences, places, moments & things that bring me joy & inspire my days.
1. Smoky Mountains of Tennessee – I just arrived home from a quick trip to Tennessee with extended family. Goodness, it’s such a beautiful part of the country! We made a quick trip through the Smoky Mountain National Park & were amazed by the beauty of Cades Cove. I cannot wait to bring Luke to this gem of a place!
2. Weekly baking – As most of you know, I have been prioritizing my health & working hard to lose weight. I am down 30 pounds, yay! At first I gave up baking as to avoid temptation, but most recently I have been baking simple muffins each week. I love Skinnytaste & @trackingisthenewblack’s recipes – so far I have made pumpkin spiced & pineapple coconut muffins.
3. Self-care – Yesterday morning before the work of the day began, I grabbed a coffee & headed to the local nursery. It was such a wonderful way to clear my head & soak up a bit of inspiration to continue the creative work that my career so often requires. I am slowly learning just how important these self-care moments are.
4. Homemade Bread Candle – Don’t get me wrong, I am a huge Pumpkin Spiced everything fan. But I have fallen in LOVE with the Homemade Bread candle available in our online shop. In the evenings, after the house has been picked up for the day, I light my candle and enjoy a few quiet moments with Luke & a book or an ongoing project. It’s such a delicious addition to our home.
5. Podcast Interview – I recently had the honor of being interviewed for the Style Matters podcast with the amazing gals from Little Yellow Couch. Click here to listen – it’s about 30 minutes long & full of the ups, downs & in-betweens of living on the farm, owning a small business & being a creative.
6. Fall Wreath Making – Over the weekend I made my way through the Delta & stopped by the cotton fields my grandpa once farmed. I picked a bundle & brought it home for a bit of wreath making. It’s such a sweet, simple gift to hang this wreath on my mantel.
7. Pickling Workshop – Just in time for the final harvest of the season, I am teaching a Pickling workshop in Fayetteville on October 4th. Click here to register, friends! It’s just $35 & will include detailed instruction, hands-on experience & recipes! You will also walk away with two jars of pickled dilly beans and my favorite bread & butter pickles. Join me for an evening of fun!
What are you loving right now? Please share your list in the comments below!
love,
natalie