Fall Time Family Fun

Now that fall is finally here....well, officially this Friday....I'm sure you are wondering what the heck you are going to do with the kids when the weather starts getting chilly. I have a great idea! Take a family trip to your local apple orchard!

Orchards are a great place to have some family fun. Most of them have a great tractor ride that will take you and the kids out to the apple orchard. What kid doesn't like to ride on a tractor? The fresh air and exercise of picking apples is great for the little ones as well. And, you don't have to worry about a snack, let them just pick one right off the tree!

After apple picking is done head on back to the main area for some fun. Most orchards have lots of things for kids to do. Some have pony rides, corn mazes, jungle gyms etc. Let the kids burn off some energy and then grab some grub. The apple orchard I visit is known for great food! I am sure most orchards are as well. Explore the options and try something festive, like a hot apple cider or apple cider donut! Don't forget to check out all of the fun crafts as well.

Remember....a trip to the apple orchard would be a perfect opportunity for a fun family photo. This might even make a great Christmas card picture! (I know I know...who is thinking about that already.)

Take a trip to yelp.com to check out some local apple orchards. If you are in the Chicago area stop by Edwards Apple Orchard in Poplar Grove. Have fun on your family fall adventure!

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Smells Like Fall

WOW! Has it been forever since I last blogged. Sorry about this. Lets just say that things got a little crazy around here. But, who doesn't love a change in scenery. Speaking of...Has anyone noticed that it is starting to feel like fall. I always love this time of year and always love decorating for this time of year.

It is wayyy to early (In my eyes) to decorate for Halloween. I bet some of you agree and are wondering how to decorate for that in-between time. Am I right? If so, here are some simple tips to make your home feel "fall like" and cozy.

1. Get some fall scented candles. My favorite are the ones from White Barn Candle Co. (you know...Bath and Body Works) or Yankee. If you want to go the less expensive route pop on over to your local grocery store.
-Favorite fall scents = Pumpkin, spice, leaves and hot apple cinnamon.

2. Buy a festive wreath with berries and leaves. This is one that you can leave up until Thanksgiving rolls around.

3. Purchase or make some festive decorations. I like hanging leaves and berries on my mantel. Or creating a hand made design to place over a mirror or one that goes around a candle holder.

4. Break out the fall rug, placemats, some gourds and wooden pumpkins. (Who said pumpkins can only be out for Halloween)

Try these fun little decorating tips and I am guarantee your home will be your sanctuary after a long day at work!

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