Fall has arrived and I’ve started to cozy up our nest. This is just the beginning, as I’m still waiting to get my hands on those gorgeous white pumpkins. I love my summer whites and I want to incorporate them in my fall decor this year. My whites are usually filled with wild flowers or Hydrangeas which my mami’s garden generously donates…
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A show called Fall….
The cool breezes of September whisper a message to the squirrels, who quickly scatter and spread the news throughout the forest. ‘Fall is at the door’ the birds sing to their young and to all who can hear them. They gather and take their seats as they know they are about to see a magnificent show, a show called Fall. And as the leaves…
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Here’s to summer….
I saw the light of the sun peak through my window this morning, but it was later than usual.I breathed the morning air, but it felt cooler than yesterday.I listened for the birds, but instead heard geese heading south.I wore a t-shirt, but had to seek refuge from the coolness in a sweater. I can’t deny that summer is leaving…
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It doesn’t get any easier….
“Tomorrow, you’ll go to school like a big boy.” I said. The eyes of our 3 year old looked up at me with excitement as his little head nodded up and down with glee. Inside, I cried and my heart ached. When tomorrow arrived, our little trooper was ready to take on the world. Hand and hand, my husband and I walked him to…
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First day of school….
This one is for my sister and her little new scholarFirst Day of SchoolShe started school this morning, And she seemed so very small.As I walked there beside herIn the Kindergarten hall. And as she took her place besidethe others in the class,I realized how all too soonThose first few years can pass.Remembering, I saw her asShe first learned how to…
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