I have learned over the past few years to start my seasonal decorating early in the fall. It seems that once Labor Day is over things get really busy and with several decorating opportunities coming up -- Halloween and Thanksgiving.....it's best to start the 1st of September.....even if it still feels like summer.
And so I began to dismantle all the elements of Summer.....
Time to leave the sandcastles and buckets of gathered shells......
....no more moonlit walks on the beach.....
....the sounds of seagulls and waves disappear....
....time to say goodbye Summer.....
Welcome Fall!
Now we greet our old friend Mr. Scarecrow in the garden.....
....the leaves begin to fall.....
....the smell of cinnamon and spices.....
...our mantle takes on a new look...
...pheasants replace flamingos....
....soft sandy shades turn to Autumns brilliant colors......
....time for gathering.....
....and back to school.....
....and giving thanks....
....baskets laden.....
....with Autumn's harvest.....
....children playing.....
.....a visit to the pumpkin patch....
....as Autumn elves welcome the crisp cool days of fall....
....once again the seasons change and we welcome the warmth of home and hearth.
Happy Fall Ya'll!
See ya!
