Fall is in the Air

The weather has definitely been cooler. I've been so very ready for fall this year. Summer set in much too early for me and was very hot here in Northwest Oklahoma. Thankfully we did have quite a bit of moisture. Things are still a bit greenish outside, so maybe we'll get some of those pretty colors instead of things just turning the usual brown.

I've found myself craving chili, hot cocoa and woolen plaids.

I've been quilting baby blankets for the newest grandbaby. He will be arriving sometime next month. We are really looking forward to meeting him. I love seeing our family grow again. I really missed having babies around. The fur-babies are fun, but not the same as people-babies. All the aunts and uncles are having fun too. We have a lot to be thankful for this year!

Have you been catching the new podcast? I'm finally getting the ball rolling and the family is even chipping in. Last week, Kylee, our bunny girl joined me to talk about raising rabbits. Real Life on the Prairie podcast is really growing. We've had over 50 downloads already, in less than a month! You can catch it on nearly every podcast platform and listen at home or on the go. Coming up next week, Kathryn (our oldest and now a mother herself) will join me talking about helping children find their purpose.

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If you're looking for some recipes and craft or homemaking ideas, here are some things my friends are sharing:

Danielle Tate has an interesting post discussing whether or not Should Christians be Carving Pumpkins, plus a yummy Hormone Helping Hot Cocoa Recipe. She's also got her 6 Steps to a Debt Free Lifestyle free mini eCourse available right now. Make sure to check her out.

Traditional Cooking School has a Cultured Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats {with a Trim Healthy Mom option!}

For some artistic fun, Beyond the Stick Figure has a free Art Camp with a week of art education and fun for the children including some giveaways and Mommy inspiration for nurturing your budding artist.

The Beehive Connection has a new printable Fall Family Meeting Planner available on sale.

If you've ever considered starting your own business, or if you have a sidgig you'd like to get going... Katie has a free Grow Your Biz God's Way Marketing Masterclass. I highly recommend Katies courses. I've taken most of them and have really grown under her mentorship. Katie's philosophy is; your message matters and you are never too small or too old to share that message and create a legacy.

While the leaves turn and fall from the trees and you start digging out jackets and hats, make sure to slow down and enjoy your blessings. Don't let yourself get too busy to start shopping for or making some heartfelt gifts. Send a card, email, or message to a friend letting them know you are thinking of them. This has been a hard year for a lot of people. Let's pray for our neighbors.

​What are you particularly grateful for today?