list of things to do with fallen leaves

fun with fall leaves

If your yard looks anything like ours does this time of the year, it is COVERED in fallen leaves. Why not take advantage of this free gift from your trees and have some fun with your family? Leaf Rubbings • The original fallen… Read More

list of delicious ways to use canned or fresh pumpkin in recipes

pumpkin bread pudding

A dear friend of mine reminded me about Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Latte the other night (Signature espresso, pumpkin-flavored syrup and steamed milk- topped with sweetened whipped cream and pumpkin pie spices).  To me, pumpkin is the ultimate Fall flavor. It has inspired me… Read More

list of tasks to include on your fall cleaning list

fall cleaning

Happy Fall!  Although this is the time of the year when it is so enjoyable to be outdoors, it is also a great time to clean house in anticipation of holiday entertaining and winter. Devote some time now to cleaning/organizing your home and/or… Read More

list of my family’s favorite soups/stews

Beef Stew

We are definitely a soup family.  The majority of our favorite meals are soups.  And why shouldn’t they be?  Soups tend to be not only easier to prepare (just throw it all in one pot), but healthier (nothing fried here).  Soup brings comfort… Read More

list of fall projects for the home

Raking Leaves

Fall, with all of its beauty, means that winter is right around the corner.  I don’t know if that puts the majority of you in a panic like it does for us up here in Maine, but that means we have only a… Read More

list of ways to prepare your home for fall

enjoying the fall

Monday, September 22nd is the first day of fall, and with fall comes lower temperatures, colorful leaves, and pumpkins and apples galore! Though it may be a little early to start preparing for Halloween, there are plenty of things you can pull out… Read More