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Home ยป Blog ยป It’s Fall!

It’s Fall!

by Sarah Turner Clover Lane, Daily Life

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This is how I spent the first day of fall.

Inside in air conditioning because it was 90 degrees outside.

But we still did this:

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September 24, 2010 ยท 21 Comments

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  1. Molly Melnick says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:12 pm

    I feel your pain. I am melting…and not wanting to.
    Lisa

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  2. NanaDiana says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:15 pm

    Look at that face! Does he love his Mama, or what? It is finally cooling off here-stormy, windy and will be down in the 50's for a couple of days. Winter is coming…..ugh- Diana

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  3. Maiden Jane says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    So sweet! I know – dare I say I'm sick of the 90 + days! (We didn't have our air on, though…)

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  4. Amber@Munchkin Land says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:07 pm

    Looks yummy! It was 82 here but that is still 82 too many, I'm ready for my favorite pair of jeans and snuggly hoodies and sweaters! BTW….would you want to host a giveaway for me? I'd be happy to make you something for your trouble! :o) Let me know.

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  5. Dana Rae says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:58 pm

    Ahhh those are so cute!

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  6. Carin says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    What sweet picture! Just love Patrick's face! I don't think he cares much about the weather when you make treats like that!

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  7. No Longer 25 says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:27 pm

    What did you bake? It looks so yummy. I have no idea what 90 is but it sounds pretty hot – wish you could send some of that to wet drizzley Scotland!

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  8. Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine State says

    September 24, 2010 at 4:13 pm

    Super cute!

    Its still pretty hot here (FL), I cant wait for it to cool off!

    Thanks for stopping by ๐Ÿ™‚

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  9. Anonymous says

    September 24, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    95 degrees all weekend here in Davis, California. YUK!!! I want my boots:)

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  10. Michelle says

    September 24, 2010 at 4:45 pm

    It was hot here too! Yuck! I made Pumpkin Muffins to celebrate though! Also in the air conditioning.

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  11. Dana D says

    September 24, 2010 at 9:00 pm

    Awwww!
    His sweet cheeks are just absolutely smoosh-able!
    Love it!

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  12. feedingmypickyeaters says

    September 24, 2010 at 11:45 pm

    Sarah~ Everything about your blog makes me just gush. I strive to have a home and life that is like yours with family as the focus and living life by being good to ourselves and making fond memories for those around us. It doesn't always work, but I keep following you and your family because I know it can work as long as I try each day. Your blog always makes me smile ๐Ÿ™‚
    Anita
    http://www.feedingmypickyeaters.blogspot.com

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  13. Amanda M. says

    September 24, 2010 at 11:53 pm

    LOVE those. It's 93 here. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  14. Sherry Williams says

    September 25, 2010 at 12:40 am

    I just needed to tell you that something about the way you speak here, well write really, but your voice and words and heart….just draws me right in and I want to keep coming back for more. I feel inspired by your truthfulness (is that a word?) and your family stories and I can relate to almost everything you say on some level. I don't know how I discovered your blog-but I think God led me here for a reason. I leave with a smile or a thought to consider or a sense of peace each time I come here for a visit with you. If you ever wonder if sharing yourself here is worth it…I would say yes. Thank You.

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  15. Krystina says

    September 25, 2010 at 4:15 am

    We are still expecting triple digits here for the weekend. I think someone forgot to tell Mama Nature that it is Autumn now…

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  16. Sarah says

    September 25, 2010 at 11:41 pm

    So cute! Drooling…thanks :)Now to be the annoying blog reader….where did you get those great spice holders on your cabinet door?

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  17. shansen20 says

    September 26, 2010 at 4:01 am

    Your blog is inspiring to me. When I pull up your page, I find so many of my sentiments put to words. It really gives me satisfaction to read the words of others who feel like I do. Thank you for your time and effort in keeping this blog going. I really need it.

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  18. Liz says

    September 26, 2010 at 2:35 pm

    He is just adorable!!

    Can I ask you what type of holders you have on the inside of your cabinets for your spices? Looks like a fabulous idea that I could use too. ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Liz
    The Nifty Nest

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  19. Kierstin says

    September 27, 2010 at 2:23 pm

    It was 90 degrees here in Utah too! What the heck, fall… aren't you supposed to bring nice, refreshing, cool breezes that ruffle the beautiful colorful leaves, and make me want to wear a light sweater? Nope, I've been wanting to go to the pool. Nice. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  20. Anita says

    September 27, 2010 at 3:17 pm

    Sarah,

    I am giving you an award on my blog.
    Please join the fun.

    http://www.feedingmypickyeaters.blogspot.com

    Reply
  21. webbygrrl says

    October 15, 2010 at 3:13 pm

    I see someone else mentioned them too…where did you get those spice racks for your cupboard door please?

    Reply

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