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Across the Fence:  Your Top Five Fall Favorites...  |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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 Posted - Sep 15 2012 : 9:06:46 PM
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I can feel it - it's just around the corner! Bulky sweater and boot weather... I feel alive and tingly with anticipation... Don't you???
I can't wait... I'm so excited... Wrestless... Antsy... LONGING for five of my all-time favorite fall things...
1) Being all wrapped up in my cozy robe and slippers, listening to the wispy wind blowing through the leaves on the trees while I'm sitting on the back deck, enjoying apple cider and warm pumpkin muffins on a chilly autumnal morning. What a way to start the day! Awesome!
2) PUMPKINS! And pretty much anything you can make with them! Have you ever read the children's book, "Too Many Pumpkins?" It's one of my all-time favorites... Pumpkin bread, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin muffins (with chocolate chips, of course!), pumpkin soup, pumpkin butter, pumpkins stuffed with sausage, glowing jack o'lanterns greeting visitors up the walk... family, friends, and the glow of pumpkin delights! I'm in Heaven! (I personally don't think you can EVER have too many pumpkins - ever!) ;)
3) Apple pickin' with my guys... chasing each other through the trees holding apples up high like baseballs ready to pitch... laughing at each other as we're slipping on the slimeys... the crispy, juicy crunch of a freshly picked Cortland... candied apples... caramel apples... baked apples... apple turnovers.. homemade apple pie... cinnamon applesauce... Oh! the delicious aroma of an apple-scented house in autumn... Mmmm - MMM!
4) Leaves... Red, yellow, orange, green, gold and brown... kicking them, raking them, jumping in them and simply wondering at their magnificent display as I'm driving down the road... There is nothing like their firey neon glow against a velvety-dark, dampened sky. The woods - they just come alive! Such dramatic poetry is nature... Love love love...
5) The chill in the air that nips at my nose, accented by the woody smell of smoke wafting up from the chimneys, as I'm walking down the alley in my boots with leaves crunching underfoot, all cozy-warm in my favorite sweater with a big ol' scarf around my neck, my flower-accented pumpkin-colored knit hat sheltering my tresses from the whipping wind, and fingergless gloves covering my hands as I slip them through my husband's strong woolen-sleeved arm...
It's electric... magical... wonderful... invigorating... autumnal... bliss!
Fall... Can't you just feel it coming?
Won't you celebrate with me?
What are YOUR five all-time favorite fall things?
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Edited by - Ninibini on Sep 15 2012 9:17:17 PM |
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
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Cindy
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Posted - Sep 15 2012 : 9:43:46 PM
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1) watching for deer and wild turkeys along the road
2) Halloween!
3) driving to observe the fall colors
4) the long, cool evenings
5) sitting around a campfire, roasting hotdogs and marshmallows on a chilly night
Oh heck--I love everything about autumn.
Cindy
"Vast floods can't quench love, no matter what love did/ Rivers can't drown love, no matter where love's hid"--Sinead O'Connor
"In many ways, you don't just live in the country, it lives inside you"--Ellen Eilers
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 12:56:43 AM
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1. The crispness in the air and the cool breezes.
2. Every fall, my dad and I drive to a little town called Gays Mills to get apples. The drive is beautiful and the minute you step out of the truck, you can smell apple blowing in the breeze.
3. Fresh apple cider! Such a yummy autumn treat!
4. Driving through the hills, taking in all of the changing colors. Seeing the splotches of golds, oranges, and reds takes my breath away.
5. Seeing the flocks of geese and sandhill cranes flying over head -- hearing them honk, encouraging each other to go on.
Autumn in my favorite time of the year. The crisp, cool air is a welcome relief after the hot summer air. It changes my whole attitude.
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Edited by - Emily Anna on Sep 16 2012 12:57:11 AM |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 05:14:28 AM
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Wow Nini! I like all your favorite things! I can just smell the apples and pumpkins right now. I think we will have a beautiful fall here. I can already see little hints of color in the trees here and there. And the mornmings are a bit chilly. ANd I smeel smoke. That's a favorite thing, the smell of burning leaves and brush. And chainsaws cutting firewood. I love a big blazing fireplace just cranking out warmth on a chilly morning. I love to walk past the woodpile and smell fresh cut wood. And I love fall soups and stews. And getting out my crochet and knitting projects again. It's so hot here I can't even touch wool. I did make 2 washclothes Friday so it is getting that time again. I'll have an afgan going here pretty soon.
We will be cooling way down here this week with lots of rain. Great for the gardens full of good things growing right now. Speaking of good things growing. I almost forgot another favorite things. Turnip greens and collard greens simmering on the stove with a big ole piece of ham hock! And a skillet of cornbread. And pinto beans! Mmmm.
Happy fall, y'all!
Kris
Happiness is simple.
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 09:07:23 AM
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1. Cool weather & Football
2. NFL Football
3. Halloween & Football
4. Falling leaves & Football
5. Christmas & Football
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 10:08:26 AM
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Ahhhh... yes! You've got it, too, girls - the Autumn bug!!! This is one bug I don't mind catching, how about you! LOVE your fall favs... And oh my gosh, Marly! FOOTBALL!!! WOO HOOO!!!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13641 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 10:48:19 AM
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- the irrigation water is shut off and I can stop dragging hoses all over the place and stop mowing the lawn
- the cooler temps, crisp air, smells of fall. I can't describe that, but I know it when it's there.
- harvest of the last of the garden, the apples, pears and the "putting away for winter"
- going into "my mountains" (Colorado Rocky Mountains- San Juan Range) for the colors of the aspens, the clear, cool water of the river and streams, the absolute CLEANNESS of the mountain air
- we have strikingly beautiful blue skies all the time, but it seems more perfect in fall!
I LOVE FALL!!! My FAVORITE season!! LOVE ALL ABOUT IT!
And, right now I'm savoring September like never before!
Thank you Lord!
CJ
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knittingmom
True Blue Farmgirl
665 Posts
AnneMarie
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 11:22:43 AM
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only five favourite things?
1) the wonderful smell of walking through the woods (crunchy leaves, that spicy smell, the crisp air)
2) Sweater weather!
3) sitting around a campfire in the crisp night air
4) Pumpkin Spice Lattes
5) Apple pie.
:)
Farmgirl Sister #3759
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 1:10:26 PM
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LOL! Oh, CJ! I'm with you! I hate dragging out our hose! And AnneMarie - you GO girl! If you want to name more than five - if ANYONE does - by all means, go ahead!
I love that we all savor autumn like this, don't you? I'm getting a very vivid picture of what fall means to your hearts... I love it! If only we all lived closer - what a wonderful celebration we would have!!!
Happy Sunday!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 1:47:03 PM
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Cj and Nini: How did y'all know I love football!!!!!! LOL
My teams are not winning this weekend. Boo hoo. But that's okay with me. I love the game.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6624 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6624 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 2:31:38 PM
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NIni- You and everyone else has said it all!! Fall is my favorite time of year and my only wish would be that I lived where there really is a true fall. Down here in Florida, it just is not the same. Sometimes it remains hot until November most days and we can wear summer type clothes almost year round. But, I have two trips planned in October this year to north Gerogia and Florida to take in the fall activities! I can't wait! Thanks for bringing this thread up as it is so fun to hear what all the other farmgirls love about fall.
Oh, and I have some mcintosh apples baking on the oven and the kitchen smells of cinnamon. But the air conditioner is running and we had a shower with the sun still shining. Humid, humid humid!
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batznthebelfry
True Blue Farmgirl
1257 Posts
Michele
Athol
Ma
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 6:40:42 PM
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1)the cool crisp air smell
2) being outside & smelling someones woodstove going
3)seeing & hearing the geese fly over our house
4)Getting to finally wear my long johns!
5)Bringing out all my heavy fuzzy socks to wear :)
Michele'
Chickens RULE!
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AlyssaMarie
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
AlyssaMarie
Palouse
Washington
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 7:39:19 PM
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1. Hot Spiced Apple Cider in a big ceramic mug with my hands wrapped around it
2. Crisp Air with the smell of hay when I'm feeding animals
3. Taking the family apple picking and pressing cider
4. Pumpkin Cheesecake with gingerbread crust (ooohhh yeah my mouth is already watering)
5. Jumping into bed and snuggling under a thick blanket to keep warm
AlyssaMarie @ Link'd Hearts Ranch
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 8:12:15 PM
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Oh my GOSH, AlyssaMarie! I would SO love to have that recipe!!!! Pumpkin cheesecake with gingerbread crust?! Look out hips - here it comes - and I don't care!!! LOL!!! YuM!!!
Michele - I absolutely LOVE Fall in Massachusetts... I grew up in Massachusetts, and whenever this time of year rolls around, that's where my heart is! That's where my love of fall began! HOME! There are so many different facets of autumn to enjoy in that beautiful state... Lucky you!!!
Oooooh... Marly!!! I'm so sorry about the losses today... We lost last week, and it was a total let down. But our guys always bounce back, don't they? The Steelers had a great game today, and my faith in football kind has been restored. LOL! Don't worry, I'm sure better games are just around the corner for your guys, too! :)
It's so chilly here tonight... such a teaser!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 8:15:04 PM
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And Winnie - I bet your kitchen smelled heavenly today! You know, Yankee Candle's MacIntosh is my absolute favorite. I've been lighting them in the evenings to help ring in September!
I just realized... bon fires! I love bon fires on chilly nights...
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Annette Kath
True Blue Farmgirl
198 Posts
Annette
Carlock
IL
USA
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Posted - Sep 16 2012 : 8:32:20 PM
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1. Fall is when I get my quilting going again
2. Enjoying a bonfire with family and friends
3. Hot spiced apple cider
4. Homemade apple pie
5. Watching the farmers combine
Annette |
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
1650 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 06:33:55 AM
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1. Fire in the fireplace and a blanket over me with hot chocolate
2. Fried Pumkin
3. Sitting on the porch swing and listen to the wind blowing through the pines
4. Fall decorations out
5. Pumkin Pies, Apple Pies, Apple cider, oranges and cinnamon sticks in a little pot on the stove.
It just makes me feel COZY!
Marlee
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 07:11:04 AM
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1) Smoke rolling from the smokehouse - which indicates another round of homemade sausage (both pork and deer), summer sausage and bacon!
2) Getting started on my farmgirl quilt, and doing some weaving, embroidery, and other crafty things!
3) The smell of wood chips as we cut, split and stack firewood for the next year's season (this year's is already waiting!)
4) Walking in the woods without a fear of snakes!
5) Curling up with my honey to watch a movie, while listening to the rain outside.
from the hearts of paradise...
1Thess. 4:11
http://thefarmwife.com
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Annab
True Blue Farmgirl
2900 Posts
Anna
Seagrove
NC
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 09:30:01 AM
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I'm a seasonal coffee drinker. So cooler temps bring out that longing for a huge steaming mug of coffee
All things pumpkin- of course
Apple pies
our 12 year anniversary and celebrating that- end of October
piling on thick blankets to ward off the morning chill that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1692 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 3:51:50 PM
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1. cooler weather, so I can open up the windows and let in the breeze. Can't do that much in TX.
2 decorating the house and yard
3. apple pies, pumpkin pies, pumpkin cranberry bread
4. homemade soups and stews
5. pumpkins
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 7:47:47 PM
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I love the taste of fresh squash soup, crispy apples, caramel apples and anything baked in the oven. The crackle of a fire in the fireplace, pumpkins, hay and cornstalks for decorating, crisp weather and decorating the house with fall colors.
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sjmjgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
566 Posts
Stephanie
Mt. Vernon
Iowa
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2012 : 8:39:40 PM
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1. The cooler temps.
2. Taking a walk without sweating or freezing to death.
3. The smell of burning leaves.
4. Halloween
5. Apple pie, crisp & anything else apple that I think might taste good! LOL!
6. When the whole town gathers for the Homecoming game.
7. Volleyball (my sis is a high school coach).
8. Thanksgiving
9. Smores by the fire in the back yard.
10. Watching the combines,tractors,etc. go up & down our road during the harvest.
Farmgirl Sister # 3810
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Kansas
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Posted - Sep 18 2012 : 03:46:34 AM
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Fall!!! Love it! My favorite season!
1- LOVE pumpkin spice coffee!!
2- the crisp and cool air!
3- the yellows, browns, and orange color of the leaves
4- smell of fireplaces and wood stoves thru the air!
5- fall decorations, scarecrows, having homemade potapourri on the stove with apples, oranges and cinnamon !
Enjoy your fall season, Farmgirls!
Farmgirl hugs,
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Sep 18 2012 : 03:56:09 AM
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Oh! These are all so great!!! Here's one more I thought of last night: FINALLY a good night's sleep!!! There's just something about the fresh, cool autumn air that helps me relax more and I sleep like a baby, don't you? I always feel so rested in the morning - Carpe diem! :) Have a great day, girls! - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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.Linz.
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lindsey
Shippensburg
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Sep 18 2012 : 06:50:09 AM
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Ohhh, Nini, everyone else - it seems as if we're a great group of Fall-lovin' gals!
1)Cozy rainy days
2)The leaves, of course! And the other fall decor - pumpkins, indian corn, straw bales... so much beauty.
3)Pumpkin and apple dishes, with lovely warm spices.
4)Crunching in the leaves. :D
5)All the lovely smells associated with Fall - dried leaves, woodsmoke, yummy things baking... pumpkin spice candles!
"Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds." - Prov. 27:23 |
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Across the Fence: Your Top Five Fall Favorites... |
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Your Top Five Fall Favorites...
