Over the past few years, the season of fall for me has taken on a life of its own. I feel like my memories of fall are the most vivid out all of the seasons, and I find that perplexing since I have a love/hate relationship with this time of the year.

I love the bold colors of fall, the hot drinks, seeing kids walking home from school, and the anticipation of Halloween. Fall 2006 and Fall 2007 will forever be special to me as my pregnancies were discovered and celebrated. Fall 2008 is one that I'd like to forget.

I don't like the days being shorter, but I do enjoy the feeling of gearing up for a long rest. This summer has been great, but I enjoy the routine of schoolwork, especially if I'm not the one doing it! :) I do get a bit antsy about the oncoming cold, but I know that once it really sets in, it will only be a few months until spring.

Celebrate the cycle and go sprinkle some nutmeg in your hot chocolate!