Life Among The Blooms: Embracing The Fall Season

We had a few beautiful days of high 70s temperatures. Before fully embracing the fall season, we took our Frenchies to the beach.

It was great that the rain ceased and the sun began to shine. On Saturday, it was perfect weather for a picnic at our local beach.

Point Lookout State Park is located in Scotland, MD. It is a beautiful and peaceful park on a peninsula between the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River in St. Mary’s County. If you are not local, you may be unaware of the history of this location. It served as a camp that imprisoned as many as 52,264 Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. The state of Maryland was divided during the Civil War fighting for the North or South.

There is a lighthouse, a museum, a public beach for swimming, a pet beach, a fishing pier, and camping available. However, in 2024, the buildings will be closed for needed renovations and repairs to the Nature Center and Civil War Museum. We look forward to the park reopening the buildings to the public in 2025.

Piper and Chibi had a blast running along the beach, jumping in the water, rolling in the sand, and exploring nature.

These sweet dogs were full of silly antics. They indulge in racing each other along the surf. Chibi (cream Pied Bald Frenchie) would avoid getting her feet wet. Meanwhile, Piper (brindle Frenchie) would submerge her entire body in the water.

I could not resist putting my toes into the water. It was refreshing not chilly. We had to embrace the fall season with warm temperatures. It is starting to cool off and feel more like fall.

While there, I not only collected beautiful sea shells for future projects but also discovered gorgeous pinecones to embrace the fall season.

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Tip of The Week – Fall Activity Ideas

What to do in the fall? Here are some fun fall activity ideas for outdoors and indoors.

Outdoor Activities:

• Apple picking: Visit a local orchard and pick fresh apples.
• Bike riding or hiking: Explore nature’s beauty and enjoy the vibrant fall colors.
• Bonfires: Gather around a cozy fire and enjoy the warmth and ambiance. Roast marshmallows or sip on warm apple cider.
• Fall wine tasting: Gather a few friends and head to a vineyard for a fall wine tasting.
• Fall markets: Look for local fall vintage or craft markets to visit.
• Hayrides: Take a scenic hayride through the countryside.
• Pumpkin patches and corn mazes: Have a fun-filled day with the kids or grandchildren.
• Scarecrow: Make a scarecrow with the kids or for yourself. They are fun to display on a front entrance or porch.

Indoor Activities:

• Cozy movie nights: Curl up with a cozy throw, and popcorn to watch your favorite fall-themed movies.
• Board games night: Gather friends or neighbors to have a fun night of playing board games.
• DIY projects: Get creative and make unique fall decorations or knit a throw or scarf.
• Fall Treats: Try new fall-inspired cookies, snacks, pumpkin bread, or muffin recipes.
• Halloween Party: Host a Halloween party and invite your friends and family.
• Puzzles: Spend quality time with loved ones with a beautiful fall or holiday-inspired puzzle.
• Reading: Grab a cozy throw and a great book for a relaxing time with a cup of tea or coffee.

Whether you prefer the comfort of your home or the crisp autumn air outdoors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this fall. Have fun and embrace the beautiful fall season!

Last Week On The Blog

Say goodbye to rotting pumpkins! Create a beautiful, long-lasting pumpkin stack in just 10 minutes! This easy DIY Stacked Pumpkin Fall Decor is ideal for any space indoors or outside on a covered porch.

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