The Essence Of Fall

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The essence of fall suggests warm throws, a fire in the fireplace, and mugs of hot chocolate. Though the days are not significantly cooler yet, I’m still eagerly looking forward to the coziness of fall.

Open Windows:

Fall is when the leaves turn brilliant colors to light up the landscape.

When we can open the windows to feel the breeze after months of stifling heat and stuffy air conditioning.

It is the beauty of a fireplace with orange flames and crackling fires.

Fall is when we reach into the closet for a warm throw and spread it across our laps as we watch TV or read a book.

“Autumn colors remind us we are all one dancing in the wind.”

― Lorin Morgan-Richards

The Colors I’m Enjoying Right Now:

The colors I’m enjoying this year with fall in mind are terracotta, pumpkin, deep reds, and golden hues.

My fall Pinterest board is always full of images I’ve collected that evoke the feelings of fall.

The weather gets a little bit nippier each day as September passes into October. I’ll be getting the blankets out that I folded away in the spring. And thinking of cozy tablescapes that beg for soup and crackers.

There will be spices scenting the air and pumpkin pie bubbling in the oven.

Mums will appear on porches and gourds will show up in store bins.

“I love the autumn—that melancholy season that suits memories so well. When the trees have lost their leaves, when the sky at sunset still preserves the russet hue that fills with gold the withered grass, it is sweet to watch the final fading of the fires that until recently burnt within you.”

― Gustave Flaubert

The Essence of Fall Means Seasonal Fun:

Fall is the scratchy sound of brittle leaves as the wind blows them to and fro on the tree branches. Until finally they begin to fall, billowing down to the ground in multiple layers.

In the fall, cider is made and the ingredients for S’mores are picked up at the grocery stores.

Football games begin and tailgate parties commence.

Lazy Sunday afternoons are spent playing Monopoly or checkers or cards in front of the fire.

Falling leaves gather at your feet as you stand outside, until finally the tree branches are bare.

In the evening autumn winds whisper around the window frame. Reminding us all of the changing of seasons.

The leaves fall, the wind blows, and the farm country slowly changes from the summer cottons into its winter wools.

― Henry Beston

Robyn’s French Nest Fall Decorating:

Live Oak Nest Fall Decorating:

Another simple fall scene. A velvet pumpkin laid atop fall leaves that in turn sits on top of a grapevine wreath. Then books on a tray. Layers are fun!

More Fall Decor:

• Fall Farmhouse Inspiration Tour
• Nostalgic Fall Decorating
• Fall Mantle Decor Ideas
• Festive Fall Porch Decorating Ideas
• Cozy Vintage Fall Home Tour

One of the very best aspects of fall is the food. Soups and stews with homemade bread. Casseroles to freeze for later. Hot chocolate cider.

Autumn Salad with Maple Vinaigrette:

Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup:

Cozy Autumn Grain Bowls:

More Fall Recipes:

• Autumn Harvest Stew
• Country Chuck Roast with Mushroom Gravy
• Zippy Three Bean Chili
• Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings
• Hearty Stuffed Butternut Squash

I love melt-in-your-mouth fall desserts, such as apple and pumpkin pie with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake:

Easy Apple Cinnamon Bread:

Maple Cream Scones:

More Fall Desserts:

• Rustic Nut Bars
• Farm Apple Pan Pie
• Caramel Apple Cheesecake Trifle
• One Bowl Banana Bread
• 3-Ingredient Apple Cake

Maybe you’ve got fall decorating on the brain or want to bake something sweet for a fall gathering. These lists should have you covered.