Explore and Thrive
Connecting people with fun finds, simple tips, and one another
  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Home
  • About
    • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Home
  • /
  • Thrive

A Fall Chat with Apple Cider in Hand

Tree with yellow fall leaves and a climbing ladder.

Hi friends! How are you on this lovely fall day? Our kids are home from school today due to parent-teacher conferences. I’m hoping to head to a pumpkin patch later, but I’m not sure if I can convince my boys. I’m afraid they are growing out of their desire to look at pumpkins.

Grab a warm cup of apple cider (or your drink of choice) and let’s dive in to some things I’ve been wanting to share.

Recently our church had a Parent Summit. So much valuable information was shared in particular, this website helps parents protect kids online. Check it out!

Who’s got their Halloween costumes? Tons of ideas on my Pinterest board if you need ’em.

I was recently introduced to Soul-Soothing Peanut Stew. It’s West African and has peanut butter in the recipe which sounds strange but I loved it!

Don’t forget to save and press some fall leaves (best to collect after a rain) to make leaf creatures!

This is how I tied the neck scarf. 🙂

I heard this quote recently about marriage, “You should dialogue daily, date weekly, and depart quarterly.” Wise words, if you know who said them let me know so I can properly give credit.

I found the fridge of my dreams.

Is your child asking for a phone? Are you ready?

This Nashville-based fashion blogger is inspiring me and making me really want a jumpsuit.

I can’t watch scary movies or books, I have nightmares. A few weeks back I read Stephen King’s memoir on writing and got a ton out of it plus I could sleep at night.

Would you use a purse that looks like a croissant? I’d do it.

This was a recent family movie night win.

Moms of toddlers, if you don’t follow Taylor Wolfe you are missing out on laughs.

I’m hoping to make ginger snaps this weekend.

I watched Ticket to Paradise recently. Julia Roberts and George Clooney were hilarious, there were a few scenes where I laughed out loud.

This song has been encouraging my soul. “He’s faithful through every season so why would He fail now? He won’t!”

Lazy Genius has inspired me to make a fall dinner queue.

I hoping our weekend is full of blankets, books, and warm drinks. I’d love to know your weekend plans.

Share this:

  • Click to print (Opens in new window) Print
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook
  • Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit

Like this:

Like Loading...

Related

Posted on 10/28/2022 by Franci. This entry was posted in Thrive and tagged apple cider chat, craft ideas for kids, entertainment ideas, explore and thrive chat, fashion ideas to try, funny chat, parenting resources, recipes to try. Bookmark the permalink.
A Glorious Middle Tennessee Afternoon: Loveless Cafe and Natchez Trace
Introducing Our Kids to Coffee Shop Culture
    Family of four being silly with pastel brick background and bright clothing.

    Hi! I’m Franci, I’m so glad you’re here.
    I can’t wait to connect with you.

    • Connect (33)
    • Create (62)
    • Design (20)
    • Explore (23)
    • Thrive (53)

    OTHER POSTS

    • A Goodbye to My Aunt Reta
    • Family Valentine Card 2025
    • Halloween Door Decor Tradition
    • Our Recent Sunday Evenings: New Rhythms
    • Books I Read in 2023
    • Family Valentine Card 2024
    • Easy Landscaping: Nashville Yard Tour
    • Family Valentine Card 2023
    • Books I Read in 2022
    • Simple Ways to Focus on Jesus During the Christmas Season
    • Easy Way for Kids to Pack for Trips
    • Introducing Our Kids to Coffee Shop Culture
    • A Fall Chat with Apple Cider in Hand
    • A Glorious Middle Tennessee Afternoon: Loveless Cafe and Natchez Trace
    • My Recipe for a Personal Retreat
    • What are Your Favorite Fall Bakes?
    • Saying Goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II
    • Sunny September Chat
    • Simple Ideas for Self-Care
    • The 7-Eleven Season (Ages 7 & 11)
    • Note to Self: Mistakes
    • Road Tripping Solo with Kids
    • A Fun Way for Kids to Learn During the Summer
    • Painting of a Front Door: Transform your Curb Appeal
    • 48 Hours in Charming Chattanooga, TN
    • My New Etsy Shop – Buyer’s Eye
    • Free Printable Spring Fun List
    • Revitalizing Hike at Radnor Lake, TN
    • Game Galaxy Arcade in Smyrna, Tennessee
    • How We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
    • Book Picks By 7-Year-Old Boys
    • Our Kids Cook Dinner (One Night a Week)
    • Family Valentine Card 2022
    • The Many Books I Read in 2021
    • January Chat
    • Printable Winter Fun List
    • Lots of Stocking Stuffer Toy Ideas for Kids
    • The Greatest Gift
    • Shop these Great Small Businesses for the Holidays
    • Christmas Decorating Chat
    • Leaf Creature Craft: An Easy Fun Fall Activity
    • Christmas Budget and Budget Busters
    • Aren’t These Autumn Maple Leaves Gorgeous?
    • Showing Up for the Present Moment
    • My Spiritual Journey
    • Team Thanksgiving!
    • My Mental Health Journey
    • The Parthenon in Nashville and Taking Risks
    • My Fitness Journey (Exercise in my 40’s)
    • How can I pray for you?
    • Festive Fall and Winter Holiday Dish Towels
    • Ideas for Travel Entertainment (other than screens)
    • A Chat in Cooler Weather
    • Extroverts, Introverts, and Parenting
    • Anniversary Weekend in Asheville, NC and Home Tour of the Largest Home in America
    • Let’s Talk Fall Drinks
    • Printable Fall Fun List
    • Preparing Yourself for Fall
    • Halloween Costume Chat
    • Printable Prayer Guide: The Names of God
    • Catching Up
    • An End of August Chat
    • Books that Teach Kids About Money (Kid Tested and Approved)
    • Is a Perfectly Organized Bookshelf Overrated?
    • A Summer Chat with my Shades On
    • Aren’t These Everyday Dish Towels So Cute?
    • Even with Dashed Expectations a Weekend in Monteagle, Tennessee Still Delivers
    • The Day Trader Joe’s Opened in OKC!
    • High Five to School Being Out
    • Social Media Breaks
    • Summer Schedule for Kids at Home
    • Gearing Up for Summer
    • Transform Old Furniture with a Little Love and Paint
    • Peony Flowers About to Pop
    • First Year of Elementry School
    • Books I’m Reading
    • What’s Blooming with You?
    • The Crazy Month of May
    • Parent and Child Question Journal
    • Corners for Raised Bed Gardening
    • Baked Potatoes
    • Lessons We’ve Learned from Moving
    • Beauty is Up Ahead
    • Prayer Resources
    • Easter Dress and Tip for Toy Clutter
    • Asian Dramas that I Love
    • Birthday Week
    • Our Spring Traditions: Blooming and Hopeful
    • A Heavy Heart
    • Easy Bathroom Refresh Without Renovation

If you purchase from a link on this blog a small percentage of the sale may come back to me. You are never charged more for the product. It’s a way to keep this site going and I’m very selective about the things I list. It’s mostly things we already own and love or things I think you would enjoy. Thank you for reading!

EXPLORE AND THRIVE

  • Contact
  • Welcome from Instagram
  • About
    • Privacy Policy

Subscribe

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts.

Powered by
 

Loading Comments...
 

    %d