Summer's Tail into Fall's Avail

We find ourselves on the tail end of summer and I am glad things will be slowing down a little. Looking back at the blog and all the pictures, I think, ANY WONDER WE ARE TIRED! I love the fall time and the quietness it brings with the changing season. I am not a fan of the rain but usually it is an excuse to turn on the fire and enjoy a warm cup of joe. We have been trying to get in as much family park and outside time as possible, knowing that will be changing soon. Dale had a big event at the Smokey Point store (also the corporate offices where he and his dad work). This is where the picture came from. That was the last scheduled function of the summer. This time of year I usually make a list of things I want to get accomplished and start working on those "inside" chores. Ella and I have been going on a lot of playdates with friends (Eva/MacKenzie and Heather/Stella) and Meetup groups. Breaking up the daily routine with different activities is great (and necessary) for us! We got to visit with Crystal, who was here from NY, and is expecting a baby early December. She looks beautiful and I see her with a different light now, knowing what she will experience in the upcoming months. I am excited for her and Anthony. Ella enjoyed seeing her. She calls her Aunty "TT". Soon Ella will start swimming lessons at the YMCA. It's called the "perch" class. How cute is that? As we settle into fall, I find myself wanting to cuddle with my family.