August certainly didn’t look the way we thought it would, and it turned out to be a much quieter month than usual around here!
Sometimes life has a way of making you slow down whether you’re ready for it or not.
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But even during an unexpected season, there are still plenty of reasons to be grateful and little moments worth celebrating.
As we say goodbye to August, we’re also getting excited about the change of seasons ahead.
So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and join us as we rewind the month and look forward to all that September has in store!
What We Did Behind the Scenes in August
We spent most of August close to home, but thankfully, there were still a few outings—and one very special milestone—to celebrate!
Here’s a little peek at what life looked like for us this month.
An Update on My Broken Foot
If you’re new to the blog or missed our last update, I fell during my morning walk on July 31st and broke my foot.
I also injured the muscles around my ribs, and believe it or not, that was much more painful than my foot!
The first couple of weeks were pretty rough.
Getting up and down was difficult, and even using my knee scooter hurt my ribs.
Thankfully, the last two weeks have been so much easier.
I had my one-month follow-up appointment with the foot and ankle specialist last Friday, and we got good news—the X-ray showed that my foot is healing well!
He gave me the okay to start putting a little weight on it each day while wearing the boot.
However, he warned me that the more I stay off of it, the faster it will heal, so my knee scooter and I will remain close companions for a while longer!
I go back in a month for another X-ray, and hopefully, everything will continue to heal as it should.
I’m just thankful to be feeling so much better than I was at the beginning of August!
And now, I’m excited to tell you the best thing that happened this month!
A Big Milestone for Rich
Rich finished his radiation treatments and got to ring the bell at the cancer center!
After seven weeks of treatments, five days a week, it was such a wonderful milestone to celebrate.
We are so grateful to have this part of his journey behind us and thankful that God gave us the strength to take it one day at a time.
We also want to thank each of you who prayed, sent encouraging messages, and checked in on us along the way.
Your kindness and prayers have meant more to us than you know.
We have felt incredibly blessed and supported throughout this journey, and we are trusting God as we move forward into this next chapter.
A COUPLE OF TRIPS TO THE MOVIES
After spending so much time at home the first two weeks, Rich and Griffin decided I needed to get out of the house and talked me into seeing the new Spider-Man movie.
I figured I could sit at home with my foot propped up, or in a comfy theater recliner with it propped up, so why not?
It felt great to get out and do something normal for a change!
Apparently, one movie wasn’t enough because we headed back to the theater last weekend to see the new Looney Tunes movie.
Who knew recovering from a broken foot would turn August into movie month?
At least it’s one outing I can enjoy while still keeping my foot up!
A Quick Trip to Disney Springs
We also squeezed in a little outing after one of my doctor appointments.
Since we were already out, we headed to Disney Springs and had a meal at The Polite Pig.
It’s right next to the parking garage, so I didn’t have to go far on my knee scooter—which was perfect because it was way too hot for me to even think about shopping!
Rich left me relaxing at the restaurant while he made one quick stop at Erin McKenna’s Bakery to pick up dessert for us to take home.
WHAT WE DID ON THE BLOG IN August
August was a little quieter than usual on the blog while I was recuperating, but we still managed to share inspiration for each of our three favorite things—decorating, DIY, and organization!
If you missed any of these posts, now is the perfect time to catch up.
Decor
Early Fall Decorating: How to Ease From Summer Into Cozy Season– Not quite ready to decorate with pumpkins, but craving a change for the new season? We pulled this favorite post from our archives to show you how to transition your home from summer to fall with warm colors, natural elements, cozy textures, and more—without a pumpkin in sight!
DIY
DIY Fall Decor Ideas: 9 Easy Projects to Start Now– If you’re ready to start crafting for fall—even if you’re not ready to decorate yet—this post is for you! We’ve gathered nine of our favorite nature-inspired projects using leaves, pinecones, wheat, and grasses so you can get a head start on creating something beautiful for the season.
Organization
My Favorite Home Organization Products I’d Buy Again– Over the years, we’ve tried lots of products to help organize our home, but some have definitely worked better than others! We’re sharing the organizers we actually use and love—the ones that have earned a permanent place in our home and that we’d happily purchase again.
INSPIRATION FROM AROUND THE WEB
Are you starting to get excited about fall?
This month, we’re sharing some wonderful inspiration from around the web to help you ease into the season.
Whether you’re thinking about decorating your home, planning a football get-together, refreshing your wardrobe, or simply making your home smell like fall, there’s a little something here to get you in an autumn state of mind!
- Not sure when to start decorating for fall? Here’s a simple four-week autumn decorating plan that breaks it into easy, doable steps to help you ease into the season.
- Are you ready for some football? Here are some of the best ideas for tailgating! And if you don’t tailgate, no worries, you can use these same ideas at home!
- Looking for outdoor decor ideas for Autumn? Here are 65 great ideas for Fall porch decor! It’s not too early to start planning for a new season!
- Does anyone need new clothes for fall? If so, check out these nine early fall outfits that are both stylish and weather-friendly!
- This post reminded me that I need to come up with a fall simmer pot recipe! Here are 10 ways to make your house smell like fall!
FAVORITE SEASONAL FINDS
Have you seen the new fall collection from Threshold designed by Studio McGee at Target?
There are so many beautiful pieces for the season!
I browsed the collection and picked out some of my favorites to share with you.
Whether you’re looking for one or two small touches to freshen up your home or you’re ready to embrace all things fall, take a peek—you just might find something you love!
Click the blue links below the photo to learn more about each product.
Swan wall art | Marble dish | Bowl with leaf handles
Large square basket | Fall arrangement | Braided candle holder
Burgundy throw blanket | Lumbar floral pillow | Large ceramic pumpkin
Lidded basket | Knit bolster pillow | 4pk taper candles
HOME ORGANIZATION WEEKLY TASK
We hope you’ve been following along and organizing something in your home each week!
During September, we’re turning our attention to the entertaining spaces in our homes.
The holidays will be here before we know it, so now is the perfect time to declutter and organize the rooms where we’ll welcome family and friends.
A little work now can make preparing for gatherings much easier later!
- Week 36- Entryways. Let’s start with the first space guests see when they enter your home! Declutter your entryway and find designated spots for everyday items like shoes, bags, keys, and mail. Don’t forget to straighten up a coat closet, console table, or drop zone if you have one.
- Week 37- Dining room. Next, we’ll tackle the dining room so it’s ready for fall dinners and upcoming holiday gatherings. Declutter surfaces and organize your table linens, serving pieces, and other entertaining essentials. If you don’t have a formal dining room, use this week to organize the area where your family typically gathers for meals.
- Week 38- Living room. This week, focus on making your living room feel comfortable and clutter-free. Remove unnecessary items from tables and shelves, corral items, and organize blankets, pillows, books, and anything else you keep in this space.
- Week 39- Family room. We’ll finish the month in the family room! Take some time to declutter and organize the things your family uses for entertaining, such as games, movies, remotes, and electronics. If you don’t have a separate family room, use this week to tackle another gathering space—or give your living room a little extra attention before the holiday season begins
POSTS YOU MIGHT LIKE FROM OUR ARCHIVES
With fall just around the corner, we thought it would be fun to revisit a few seasonal favorites from the blog.
Whether you’re ready to DIY, decorate, or organize, we have a little inspiration for you!
DIY
Pottery Barn Fall pumpkin wreath dupe – Love the look of Pottery Barn fall decor but not the price tag? See how we created our own version of a beautiful pumpkin wreath for a fraction of the cost. It’s one of those DIY projects that proves you don’t have to spend a lot to get a high-end look!
Decor
Fall decor made easy – Who says fall decor has to be orange and brown? If you love decorating with blue and white as much as we do, see how we incorporated those colors into our home for fall while still giving each room a warm and cozy seasonal feel.
Organize
Dining room organization tips – The holiday entertaining season will be here before we know it! Get a head start by decluttering and organizing your dining room now. We’re sharing practical tips to help you create a space that’s both beautiful and functional—and ready for gatherings with family and friends.
Closing Thoughts
As we wrap up August, we’re feeling incredibly grateful for the good news and special moments this month brought, even if it wasn’t quite the month we had planned!
We’re looking forward to September and hoping it brings continued healing, cooler temperatures, and plenty of fall inspiration.
I’m not sure how much I’ll be able to accomplish, but we’ll take it one day at a time and see what the new month brings!
Thank you so much for spending a little part of your day with us and for continuing to follow along through all of life’s unexpected twists and turns.
We appreciate you more than you know!
See you in September!
Blessings, Donna and Rich
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