Friday, September 23, 2011

COPING

How does one cope with the absence and smell of crisp fall leaves raked in mounds all over the front yard. A wardrobe consisting of Levis (my favorite overalls), a long sleeved sweater, and warm socks. Looking at the beautiful mountains of the Wasatch Front, Daniels Canyon, Alpine Loop, and Ashley National Forest, dotted with the most brilliant golds, reds, and oranges found on the artist's pallet. The bite of a cool breeze that leaves a natural red glow on your cheeks. Football, hot chocolate, and a roaring fire, crackling in the fire place. One just tries to pretend that they don't live in one of hottest, most dreadful climates in the United States, by DECORATING for fall. Just looking around my house takes me out of a cruel reality of living with Fall temperatures in Houston. Enjoy!
























Rick thinks I am a little crazy for decorating so soon. What he doesn't know is that it keeps me from getting that way. So for now, let the coping begin!



2 comments:

Becky Morgan said...

Looks so fun! I bought you a really cool Santa yesterday in Holland (The Netherlands). It's the best yet.

Liz Autry said...

I so totally agree with you! I am tricking my mind into thinking that it is actually fall by decorating as such. And cooking things that remind me of all as well - like pumkin carrot squares, and corn chowder with corn bread. So helpful for a person who grew up in Oregon!