Mesmerized.

 currently the background on my computer..mmm

I am living in the future. In Italy, to be exact. Dreaming of all I will do, see, eat, wear. It seems too good to be true. But boy, I hope it's true. 

For now, I must take hold of the present. I have so much for which to be grateful. There hasn't been a cloud in the sky, my family is wonderful, and I am happy to be home, even for just a few days. 

I have been particularly mesmerized by fall colors lately. Obviously, every post of mine has had something to do with the season. But more of how the colors coordinate. Something about the blue sky, orange leaves, and green grass. It photographs well. It is a joy to gaze upon. I'm not quite sure where I'm going with this post. I'm not quite sure what I am doing at all right now. But I know that I am joyful. I know that I have so much joy ahead of me. And so much joy before me. 

I haven't been inspired much lately--just content. And as the definition goes, I guess that's alright with me. 

All these photos were found on tumblr or pinterest. 

And a big thank you to tumblr for letting me know my obsession with Jason Bateman isn't weird. He's so handsome, and THAT HAIR. 

Alright, enjoy your Saturday. We are having a low country boil on the farm. I know you're jealous. 

 We were born only yesterday and know nothing, and our days on earth are but a shadow.

        Job 8:9

Sweater Weather.

It's sweater time! Meaning I am home and finally in contact with my extensive fall wardrobe. Hopefully I can get some outfit posts in this weekend. It is fall break and I will be spending the next four days at my home, in my queen bed, with my family, dogs, horses and friends from home. Wonderful. Also, I plan on doing many fall things while I'm here, prepare yourselves. I want to drink homemade apple cider, carve pumpkins, and jump in huge piles of leaves. Let's hope this turns out as planned, because the leaves don't change in Columbia. 

 "Do not turn to mediums or seek out spiritualists, for you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God."

     Leviticus 19:31

Fall.

The weather is changing in Columbia. Fall is approaching. And you know what that means...all of these things listed below...

 I have one major thing I must add to this beautiful diagram of fall...SWEATERS. I love sweaters possibly more than any other item of clothing. They are soft, flattering and wonderful. Their coziness makes me want to sit by the fire and sip apple cider. Fall may just be my favorite season. Especially for online window shopping, which has been a common activity of mine in the past few weeks. I have some great finds, I think. The only thing missing is money to pay for all of this. So for now, I will just marvel at the lovely garments. Hopefully after I have imagined wearing them enough the desire to own them will fade. At least, that's what my logic professor tells me. But seriously, these are sweaters, I think I will always want them. These photos are not mine and the sources can either be found on my tumblr or pinterest. 

Fall makes me so happy, I'm not sure why. The idea of corduroy, leather boots, warm drinks, hats and orange leaves is so delightful. It is the time for sitting outside, enjoying the dry air and spending time with great friends and family. I hope you feel the same. What are your favorite sweaters? What about fall do you enjoy? 

Be careful not to do your "acts of righteousness" before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.

          Matthew 6:1