I don't know about you but I am SO ready for Fall!!!
This past Sunday was a beautiful day with sunshine, low humidity and temps. in the mid 70's!!!
Joe did some weeding on the slope in front of our house and I trimmed our azaleas......
We then took advantage of the gorgeous day and spent it sitting on the Front Porch.......
In my last post, I shared how I updated our Front Porch with new out door chair cushions and pillows and a new rug.........
Joe read the newspaper and I looked through all my Fall/Autumn decorating magazines......
We even enjoyed a nice grilled sandwich that I made for each of us and a bowl of ice cream while enjoying the nice weather while sitting on the front porch......
It doesn't get any better than that in my book!!!!
Looking through all those Fall/Autumn magazines, I was really in the mood for Fall!!!
Did I mention that I
Before I go any further......
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Today, August 12th, is actually our 41 st Wedding Anniversary.....
We are just thankful that we have not killed each other yet especially since Joe is retired and I am not working....
We ordered in from one of our favorite Italian restaurants, Aldo's, and had a nice quiet dinner at home, just the 2 of us since our youngest son and daughter-in-law are in Atlantic City for the week...
Joe ordered Baked Ziti.....
On Saturday, the 17th, which is Joe's 65th Birthday, we will be celebrating our Anniversary, Joe's Birthday and a special day for me with a lobster and seafood dinner at home with the kids....
I can not talk about why it will be a special day for me but soon I will be posting about it....
Fall/ Autumn is my FAVORITE Season of the year.....
I LOVE the cool crisp air, the changing colors of the leaves, apple cider, wearing sweaters and a jacket on a sunny Fall day, the traditional colors of Fall decor and of course, Halloween!!!
Last week, I did buy a few things in Micheal's including these 2 items for Fall......
I noticed a few posts by other Bloggers showcasing some of the beautiful Fall items that they bought at Dollar Tree......
I went on line to see what they were offering for the upcoming Season and O MY!!!
I fell in love with quite a few things!!!!!
Since the Dollar Tree right down the road from me gets picked out really quick, I thought I had better get my butt down there and see what they have......
PAY DIRT!!
They had everything that caught my eye!!!
Since Big Lot's is located right next to Dollar Tree, I had to check that store out too......
I had a Reward coupon for $5.00 off $15.00 at Big Lot's.....
This is my Fall Haul!!!!
At Big Lot's , I found this!!!!
It is rather large at 14 inches square......
It was $16.00
I saw this cute piece and had to have it.....
Dollar Tree had everything that had caught my eye when I looked online!!!!
And look at these!!
I had to grab this wood plaque cut in the shape of a mason jar......
You may remember that last year I bought this plaque at Dollar Tree.......
I also bought 2 packages of burlap leaves.......
These cute scarecrows will be used as ornaments on my Autumn Tree in the Living Room.......
There are also 5 in each package of these too!!
Now I do have a lot fo Halloween decor which I use to decorate our Dining Room......
But I could not resist grabbing 2 of these sparkly Hallween trees for my Victorian Doll House.......
How about you.......when do you decorate for Fall?
Once again, I want to THANK everyone for their prayers for my nephew John and his family.......
His Funeral Mass was held Saturday morning in a church that was built only 2 years ago......
I thought it was an absolutely stunning church and I would like to share it with you........
I hope you will stop by to visit again soon!!
Thanks to those who took the time out of their busy day to spend a little bit of time with me!!
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Oh dear! Happy anniversary to both of you. You are looking so pretty in your wedding picture. XOXO
ReplyDeleteyour haul looks great, neat to see how you used some of them too, sorry to hear about your nephew!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds. Dollar Tree had some cute stuff this year. That is a beautiful church. I hope John's family is holding on.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad is finally cooled down some. We are supposed to cool down a little tomorrow.
Hi Debbie, I really enjoyed seeing your Catholic church. It is modern and very beautiful. I am also Catholic. I live in Oeiras a city near Lisbon in Portugal.
ReplyDeleteHusband and I have always worked hard in our Parish, especially in counseling young couples in their preparation for Marriage. Tomorrow 56 years ago we got married. But unfortunately my Husband left 4 years ago for the Lord. I believe he, my Rui, is watching over me, our 5 children and our 9 grandchildren. I keep praying with him as we did for 51.5 years ...
I always love to read your posts. A hug for you!
Happy anniversary to you and Happy Birthday to your hubby also! The church is quote lovely. I am sorry you lost your nephew John but I have prayed for all of you in his phamily. Loss is hard. I have had to force some smiles but each day , with the loss of that sweet great grandbaby Alastor Avery, I have been getting ready for Fall too. The little ones always enjoy my fun displays so I will smile and journey forward. Thanks for the smiles. HUGS to you and your hubby too.
ReplyDeleteI've been very impressed with Dollar Tree's decor lately! Thanks for sharing your fall haul at Vintage Charm!
ReplyDeleteYou Fall Haul has made me plan on visiting our local $Tree tomorrow!!! Of course, ours is not nearly as good as in some places, but I'll keep my fingers crossed:)
ReplyDeleteWow! Lots of cute fall items! Thanks for linking up with us at the #GatheringofFriendsLinkParty 4
ReplyDeleteSuch cute finds, Debbie! Have fun decorating for fall! Thanks for sharing on Farm Fresh Tuesdays!
ReplyDeleteI love your gorgeous Fall decoration,such beauty!I also love that beautiful church with stunning stained glass windows.Best wishes,dear Debbie!
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