Fun-Filled Fall

To counteract the Monday morning blues, I wanted to share about the fun things I've been up to for the past few days!

Chihuly Nights at the Dallas Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum had a special exhibition of Chihuly's beautiful glass pieces on display for the past few months, and I finally went to see it! All of the pieces are lit up for Chihuly Nights, and they have a concert series as well where guests can set up a picnic, listen to music, and wander around the Arboretum viewing the gorgeous pieces.
Nature, art, music, and wine all at once? What's not to love?!

Live music on the lawn, and everyone set up dinner picnic-style. Such a pretty night!

Loving the purple, obviously

TCU Homecoming
My Little, Ashley, came to DFW this weekend for TCU Homecoming! She lives in Kansas now, so our time together is always so special.  She got in late Friday afternoon, so we spent the evening shopping at NorthPark, my favorite mall in the area, and dined at La Duni.  If you haven't been there, you need to try it!

TCU friends! Rachel, Kayla, me, Lauren, Ashley, Alissa

We spent most of Saturday at TCU, catching up with friends at the Frog 5 Tailgate (for graduates from the past five years) and of course watching the game.  We lost to Texas Tech by 3 points in the 3rd overtime, but it was an incredible game and our team didn't go down without a fight.  Still so proud to be a TCU Frog!

My Little and I at the Frog 5 Tailgate

My Family Line at the alumni reception- Hannah, Meridith, Callie, Kayla, Ashley, me!

After the game, we stopped by the alumni reception for our sorority, Tau Beta Sigma.  Great to see so many of my sisters!

Botanical Gardens  
I caught up with a TCU friend who was in town for the weekend, and we spent Sunday afternoon at the Botanical Gardens.  In all my time at TCU, I think I only made it over to them twice, which is a shame because they are so beautiful! The weather was unusually warm, and I loved walking around enjoying nature.   Definitely will have to make another visit there in the spring!

Counting my blessings after all of this fun with wonderful people, and looking forward to the rest of the fall!

Sunday Social: Fall

This week's Sunday Social is what we love about Fall, and since October is my second-favorite month of the year (after December), I am eager to participate!

Fall Favorites:

Cooler Weather Accessories
The extreme cool front in Dallas this weekend had me pulling out my jeans, boots, long-sleeve shirts, scarfs, coats, etc.  I can't even describe my level of excitement yesterday when I looked through the "fall/winter" section of my closet and realized the new outfit options I'll have as the temperatures finally stay cool.  As much as I enjoy summer, I was burned out on 100+ degree days and my summer wardrobe!



State Fair of Texas
In my opinion, if you grew up in Dallas/Fort Worth or have lived here for a significant amount of time, you HAVE to go to the State Fair at least once.  I went with my parents every year when I was a kid and loved the rides and fun houses.  And, I actually went to the Fair with my friend today!  It's definitely crowded, but there's something for everyone-- auto show, petting zoo, livestock, shopping, rides, and of course, tons of food.  I had to get a classic Fletcher's corny dog, and the chocolate dipped turtle cheesecake was to die for!


College football
Even though my TCU Horned Frogs lost yesterday, and therefore gave up the longest winning streak in the nation, I still love them.  The spirit of college football is so fun.  


Scary movies
I enjoy scary movies, and what better time to watch them than October?!  I've seen quite a few of them, and of course, it wouldn't be Halloween if I didn't watch the classic Hocus Pocus. 


Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
As soon as Labor Day passed, I felt it was acceptable to begin consuming this delicious fall beverage.  I'm also a big fan of their salted caramel mocha frappucino.  Yum!