Here are 10 small things that made life better in October:
Heated blankets for the back porch
We love spending time on the porch, but chilly weather is here. I thought about buying a heater, but instead went with heated blankets. These are so cozy to sit under!
Hiking in Red River Gorge
We went on a hike with our oldest son and his dog on a trail called Cloud Splitter. There’s a bit of a climb and scramble at the top of the trail and I wasn’t feeling too confident about climbing the rocks. I decided I didn’t lack confidence in myself, but rather in my boots, so I took them off and hiked barefoot. The trail was cool from earlier rain and the wet sand and pine needles felt nice on my feet. I also felt much more secure as I climbed.
Harvesting small zucchinis before the freeze
I’d planted a very late patch of zucchinis, so late I wasn’t sure we’d get anything. But right before the first freeze, I harvested one decent sized zucchini and a few other tiny ones.
Fire Cider
I made a batch of fire cider to help ward off colds and such.
Watching Amazing Race
Our youngest daughter comes over once a week to watch the new season of Amazing Race with us. I love this time with her!
Striking up conversations with strangers
This isn’t something I usually do, as I’m fairly introverted. Lately though, I’ve been more open to talking with people while I’m out and I’ve had some lovely short, conversations with a few people.
Visiting with my aunts and uncles.
I drove my parents to Ohio to visit with my Dad’s siblings. What a privilege to hear all those stories and to visit with all of them.
Books Read
Hello Stranger by Katherine Center and An Island Wedding by Jenny Colgan
Watching the leaves fall from the trees in the backyard
One afternoon was particularly gorgeous and the leaves cascading from the branches looked mesmerizing.
Walks
To the mailbox and down the road, including on this moody, fall day.
