Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

A Daybook Entry: September 2026

Posted on By jennifer

I typically start these daybook entries with “Happy Monday,” but, look at me, putting a daybook out on Friday!  Hard to believe, this month will quickly be coming to an end.  There are only a few “posting” days left and, well, better late than to completely miss it this month.  I am on a role with a monthly daybook entry.  That said…Happy Friday!  I hope it has been a good week.  I did get my vacation photos posted (here) and thank you to everyone who left such nice comments.  Posting a vacation blog like that somewhat reminds me of the days when folks would pull out a wheel of slides to show you every mile of their road trip!  (If you know what a wheel of slides is….you might even be older than I am!)  But, moving on.  Let’s get this post done.  Lately…

The Weather – has been bit all over the place.  One day it is quite warm.  Then, it feels like fall.  And next week?  Forecasts are back in the 80s.  Rather typical fall weather here on the east coast.  I have not really noticed many leaves changing but fall is, for sure, right on the doorstep.  After next week, I don’t think there will be too many more days that feel like summer.  Believe or not, I’m rather ready for fall:)

As I look outside my window  – everything is looking very green.  The yard is growing a lot (almost like it is spring time!)  Not sure when the cutting season will be over, but it will not be any time soon.  At least, not around here.  A few porches have pumpkins and a look for fall, but, honestly, not that many.  I’m sure when the calendar turns to October, there will be more.  I have to admit, we are in the bare porch crowd.  But, hopefully, that will change tomorrow.  All should be looking nice for fall:)

This morning, I am – grateful for our trip.  We had such a good time!  I’m also grateful that we are not on the ship this weekend.  I heard the New England weather is less than ideal.  Especially on the water.  We did have one rocky day while on our vacation, but I am thankful that I never felt poorly.  I do wear a patch.  Not sure if the patch is the secret (would I feel sick without it?) but I will keep wearing one whenever I am near the water!

Lately, I have been thinking about – change.  Changing seasons.  Life changes.  And, well, change in general.  I usually wake with the sun.  Just a few months ago that was nice and early (just the way I like it).  Lately, the sun has not showing up in our bedroom until 7:00 or so.  At first, I balked.  But, I’m learning to simply roll with it.  To not only adjust but to appreciate the change.  To enjoy a new rhythm.  To be grateful that I have the luxury to do so.  I just wish I could both adjust and appreciate other changes as easily.  Too often I resist when it is not necessary.  Other times, I am cranky (and/or sad) when change occurs.  Change is inevitable.  Not all change is bad.  But, my attitude with it is definitely a work in progress.

What I am wearing – well, today – a cardigan.  Of course, I have to take it on and off multiple times throughout the day.  And, tomorrow, I’ll be back to short sleeves.  I’m ready for sweater weather and for just a change in my wardrobe in general.

Around the house – everything is at it’s autumn best!  The scarecrows and pumpkins are all in place.  The cozy throws and cute pumpkin pillows are out.  And the house just looks nice.  The fall colors compliment my home and it always looks its best this time of year.  And, well, the cute scarecrows just make us all happy!  My husband loves the fall decor almost more than I do, which keeps me at task when the job starts to get long.  And, it definitely starts to get long.  But…it is done.  Hooray!

From the kitchen – will, hopefully, be some pumpkin treats soon.  My daughter brought me some pumpkin cinnamon rolls.  Ah.maz.ing.  Now I’m inspired to do a little pumpkin baking myself.  Not cinnamon rolls (that is above my pay grade)…but still lots of great options.  One thing not to be found in my kitchen is even one of the yummy pumpkin flavored cereals that I look forward to this time of year.  I went grocery shopping yesterday and rather had my heart set on some pumpkin breakfast goodness.  But there was not a box of fall-flavored cereal to be found.  I was so disappointed.  It is the season, right??  Sigh.

My To-Do List –  work some magic on the front porch.  Create something pumpkin-y in the kitchen.  And, then, mop the floors.  (You would’ve had to read Wednesday Hodge Podge post to appreciate that one!)

And, from my camera – (no surprise…)

 

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Comments (11)

  1. Happy Friday, Jennifer! I am loving the cool mornings. I am ready for the consistent fall temperatures. I am attending a stitching event tomorrow and looking forward to that. Yum on the pumpkin cinnamon rolls. Have a wonderful weekend.

  2. Well we had our first cool front arrive today so it was cooler today. I didn’t mind it but it can halt at that point, of course, it will and October is generally nice for me. I have the fall decor out and Ben bought a mum this year. We will see how that goes.

  3. Jennifer, I enjoyed your Monday day post on a Friday! Sounds like you are starting to settle in to the changes Fall will bring when it stops pretending it’s still summer.
    Enjoy every single minute of it – I know I will.

  5. I think we are all starting to think of fall now!! I enjoyed your post and pictures!! Happy weekend! xo

  6. Hi Jennifer, thank you for visiting my blog. I enjoyed my time here. We still summer weather here until near the end of October. I heard the weather in Isreal is close our CA weather. I like the cute scarecrow you shared. I love them but could not put out too many this year. I noticed your side bar with crafts. I used to love to do crafts with my grands. But they are all teens know and have other interest. Have a great weekend!

  7. My grandfather hosted a family sideshow night everytime they came back from a big trip (once they had the sides made). Your slideshow comment reminded me of that. Weather in New england is not good at all this weekend. Amazingly we haven’t lost power yet, though it has blinked a few times. I’m dressed like late fall today with jeans, long sleeves, sweater, and scarf but it should be back near 80 by the weekend.

  8. Scarecrows make me happy, too. I used to always build a life-sized one in my library and I would seat him near the entrance. Every.single.morning he scared me to death when I unlocked the door and turned on the library lights. Ha! Mission accomplished.
    We have the decorations out, too. I love them. They go well with our regular home decor and colors. PC even gets into fall and Halloween.
    Hadn’t thought of pumpkin-y spice cereals but I do love it. Need to see if it is available here. We are expecting a gully washer from Hurricane Polo so maybe I need to put a grocery order in…with pumpkin everything.
    Leslie at https://onceuponatimehappilyeverafteragain.blogspot.com/

  9. It sounds like your house looks nice and cozy. And ready for fall. Our home is decorated for fall and the weather is cooperating. I’m glad you had mostly all good weather on your trip. The pictures out of NE do not look good. Pumpkin cinnamon rolls sound really good. How nice of your daughter 🙂

  10. Such cute fall decor- I love it!
    Seeing a clip from the cruise ships going through the storm is exactly why I will never willingly cruise! I’m so glad that you had good weather during your cruise!

  11. I remember slide carousels and even had slides I made from a missions trip to Japan back in 1986 while I was in college. Pumpkin cereals? Try this weekend, I usually see those in October. Enjoy your week!

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