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I love Fall

October 12, 2008

It really is my absolute most favorite time of year. I love October. I can't believe we are already 1/2 way through it. I was just scrolling through last years October posts. I didn't get any Halloween decorations up this year but I have promised Henry that when we get home we'll put some up. It's turned into a bit of a tradition to have some friends over for a night of "The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown" along with chili and donuts and cider so we will try to squeeze that in when we return. My aunt made a cake today which tasted just like a gigantic cinnamon roll which I have every intention of re-creating and sharing here on the blog so stay tuned for that.

I loaded up the kidlets on Saturday along with my sister (whom my brother so graciously flew down to LA so I didn't have to make the drive alone) and headed to Utah for the next 10 days. The drive went much smoother than anticipated aside from the dead battery we had in hell, a.k.a. Baker, CA and even that was fixed in no time at all. We are here and BRRRR it's COLD! Good gravy. Should've brought the parka (I don't actually have a parka.) Henry is sick, which is on par with every previous trip we have made here and to keep things exciting, Kate is teething.

The Nie Nie Benefit Sale: is wrapping up. I loaded the last 75 things (plus the 200 postcards) in the car and am shipping them out this week. Thank you for being patient. I know it's taking a long time. I am a one man show, actually I am probably less than that if you factor in the kids and a hubby who works a minimum of 14 hours a day. Just know I am trying my best. I've received all your e-mails wondering, rightfully so, where your stuff is. It's taking a lot longer but bear with me, I'm hoping to have everything out by weeks end. For those of you who donated, check out the feedback as well and you can read about the rave reviews everyone is giving the donations.

I have been getting a few much needed laughs in, and you should too so check out these recent brilliant SNL skits: here and here.

Happy October!

xox

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14 responses to “I love Fall”

Linn

October 13, 2008

I love fall, too. The decorations, and my favorite visit of the year, the pumpkin patch! We go several times each October, in fact. Happy Monday to you.

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Debbie H

October 13, 2008

I think you are amazing for even doing all that. That benefit was a lot of work. Getting to the post office with kids is an almost impossible task– along with the day to day life you have to live, so I think you have done a great job. I am excited to get my earrings :-), but waiting is part of the fun– it just makes the receiving all the more exciting 🙂
It is freezing here in Utah! Even for those of us who live here. Fall and spring did not last long around here. Hopefully it will warm up a little this week for you.

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amy Hunter

October 13, 2008

I can’t imagine how much work you have been doing. I have said it before, I think you are amazing for doing it. If you have some time while you are here in Utah, let me know. We could do lunch, dinner, just let the kids play, whatever.

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Kirsten

October 13, 2008

Where is this picture? It looks like a great place to get some squash!

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Courtney E

October 13, 2008

Thanks for the update on our goodies. I am so excited to see what I got! I hope everyone is being patient, I can’t imagine how much work went into all of this. Good job!
Enjoy Utah!

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Anne

October 13, 2008

You are so wonderful for doing all the work you did for the benefit. Love all the pumpkins and am anxious to see the cake recipe. I know I will love it as cinnamon rolls are my weakness!!!

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Tandra Boyer

October 13, 2008

Thankyou for the update! I am one waiting too, but havent emailed you, figuring with 600 sales in a few days, it would take a while!!
THANKYOU SO MUCH for taking that on!
You are a SUPERSTAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😉
Love your picture-its beautiful!
Its starting to feel like fall here in So Calif., what with hot crazy windy days right now! HA!
Hugs!!

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Cathy Santarsiero

October 13, 2008

I’m sure it was a huge job getting everything packed and mailed out. Thank you again for giving us all the opportunity to help. We can be bombarded daily with so much bad news in the media. It is good to know that we ‘artsy bloggers’ can come together in a relatively short time to accomplish something wonderful and spread some sunshine in a very real way. Maybe we should run for Congress, eh? Have a lovely week! -Cat ^..^

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Jenn

October 13, 2008

You really are amazing!

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Caroline

October 14, 2008

I can only imagine how much work has gone into the benefit sale. And you are doing this alone! WOW! You are doing a fabulous job and I hope everyone that bought something will patiently understand what a huge undertaking this was!
I am glad you are making time for yourself and your family…you still need to be first especially since you are trying to put another families needs first too!

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Ellen Patton

October 14, 2008

I received my Nie Nie auction package today. Thank you very much for all your hard work. I love the cards I bought!

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Ashley

October 15, 2008

I just love fall too, the leaves and colors have been breath taking. I went up Provo canyon a week ago and it was just wonderful, and all the fall festivals going on have just added to the fun, and helping me adjust to the cold weather!

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Di

October 15, 2008

I love all those fall colours!! Pumpkins are fantastic! You’re doing a great job with the whole NieNie thing!!

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Shanna

October 16, 2008

i know you’ve been busy but i’m wondering if you’ll post an update to the nienie sale…like how much was donated, etc. thanks!

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