Trees bursting with color, warm sweaters, snuggling up by a crackling fire and pumpkin spiced everything – Ahhh, fall. A season of renewal that brings with it a gentle reminder of what’s really important – family, nature and simple pleasures.
Sounds awesome, doesn’t it? But, let’s face it, moms. We’re busy. And, not just kind of busy… crazy busy. With our hectic schedules, keeping up with the kids, Halloween in a couple of weeks, and the Thanksgiving rush just around the bend, chances are most of us won’t carve out time to enjoy fall or even take time to relish in a few simple indulgences, for that matter.
But moms, listen. Not only do you deserve to take time for yourself, you need to take time for yourself! It re-energizes us to wrap ourselves in well-deserved “me time.” Plus, it makes us better moms, better wives, better friends, better everything!
Whether it’s a stroll through the park on a gorgeous fall day with your best friend or a mini shopping spree at Target with a pumpkin spice latte’ in hand, here’s a few simple and fun ways to enjoy fall… without the kids.
Cozy Up Your Home for Fall
Now that the leaves are crunchy and the chilly night air has set in, set some time aside to cozy up your home for fall. Bring the vibrant hues of nature indoors with simple additions like new fall-inspired pillows, decorative pumpkins and gourds, a wreath over the fireplace, scented candles or a basket of colorful mums. For wonderfully easy ideas to add a touch of fall to your home visit The Turquoise Home.
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Welcome Guests with a Pretty Fall Porch
When our home is warm and welcoming, we just feel better about everything, don’t we? So, why not spend a few hours making your front porch both inviting and beautiful? Whether it’s as simple as a few pots of colorful mums or decked out with bales of hay, pumpkins, cornstalks, and a friendly scarecrow, bring the beauty of fall straight to your door! For inspiration and great ideas to create eye-catching fall curb appeal, visit Easy Fall Porch Decor Ideas and the House of Hargrove.
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Pamper Yourself with a Seasonal Mani-Pedi
We all know that selflessness is a virtue, but never taking time for yourself has a way of catching up with us eventually. Take a few pampering moments for yourself this season by indulging in a relaxing mani-pedi. This burnt orange polish from OPI is perfect for fall! OPI “My Solar Clock is Ticking”: SHOP HERE
Spice Up Your Wardrobe with a Splash of Harvest Color
Ready your wardrobe for fall by adding a splash of harvest color. Even if it’s something simple like a new pair of earrings, a comfortable new sweater or a new pair of boots, buying just a few new things can do wonders to refresh your wardrobe and your enthusiasm the next time you open your closet doors. Plus, we all know the power of a little retail therapy!
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Whip Up a Batch of Your Favorite Fall Goodies
Whipping up your favorite fall treat in the kitchen is not only fun, it’s therapeutic! Choose a recipe you’ve been eager to try or check out Pinterest for a ton of fall recipes to tempt your taste buds. Find the recipe for these delicious Dutch Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars here: Mom on Time Out
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Create a Beautiful Fall Centerpiece for Your Table
Even if you don’t plan on entertaining throughout the fall season, having a beautiful fall centerpiece on your kitchen or dining room table brings warmth to your home and makes you feel great about cozying up at home. Tap into your creativity with these 40 Awesome Fall Centerpiece Ideas at Country Living.
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Fill Your Home with the Quintessential Scent of Fall
Creating that perfect fall scent that wafts through your home and soothes your soul is surprisingly easy to achieve! Just a few simple, natural ingredients like oranges, apples, cinnamon sticks, cloves and nutmeg (sounds amazing, right?) and you’ll have an aroma that makes you want to snuggle up in a warm blanket by a fire with a hot cup of tea. Find the easy how-to recipe for this Spicy Fall Stovetop Potpourri here: Make Life Lovely
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Sip on Pumpkin Spice Latte’ (Made Right at Home)
Ahhh… Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte’ – it’s simply the iconic entrance into fall. On those days when you’d love to sip on your favorite fall drink, but you’re too busy sitting on your porch watching the leaves fall, try making it at home! This remarkably easy recipe has just a few simple ingredients so you can skip the long lines (and save a few bucks)! Find the Recipe at Hot Beauty Health.
Pumpkin latte on the table
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Host a Fireside Harvest Happy Hour
Friends and fall – the two just go hand-in-hand! Get into the fall spirit by inviting a few friends over for a simple, relaxing harvest happy hour. Sit by a bonfire or light the fireplace, serve up your favorite fall appetizers and indulge everyone in the most amazing fall-inspired cocktails. Find the Fall Harvest Sangria shown here at Eat Yourself Skinny and for a few amazing fall appetizer recipes that would be absolutely perfect for your harvest happy hour, check out Woman’s Day.
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Enjoy a Fall-Fabulous Girls’ Weekend
Of course, we love our families. But, sometimes we just need girl time. And, there’s no better time than fall to round up your favorite gals and head out for a fall-fabulous girls’ “mom-cation” complete with honest conversation, lots of laughter and fun. For wonderful girls’ weekend ideas and tips visit: Style Me Pretty.
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Snuggle Up with a Great Book
There’s nothing like a few relaxing hours to yourself to indulge in what you love… reading. Sprawl out on a lawn chair under a tree brimming with color or sit on your porch on a beautiful fall day. Come on, admit it… you need this! For more than 70 amazing inspirational books – any one of which would be awesome for your next much-needed “me day” – check out this great selection on Woman’s Day.
Remind Yourself of Everything You Have to Be Grateful For
With our hectic, busy lives it’s all too easy to lose sight of everything we have, everything that’s good in our lives and all that we have to be grateful for. This fall, take a moment to reflect. Remind yourself of the many blessing you’ve been given and embrace the simple, wholesome goodness in your life. After all, gratitude holds the power to change everything. Gratitude Changes Everything Marble Plaque: SHOP HERE
Autumn is the season to find contentment at home by paying attention to what we already have.
~Author Unknown
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