Back at it

During our morning walk today, there was the slightest hint of autumn in the air, making me feel like I always do this time of year: alive, giddy, a bit nostalgic. It's September, can you believe it? I've missed writing these past few weeks, but it's been kind of wonderful to completely veg out and embrace the late-August doldrums. Here's a quick rundown of what's been going on:

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Tots: Jack and Nellie will be 18 months old on Friday, and it's blowing my mind. These days it's all about balls, trucks, babies, dogs, shoes, and body parts. Nellie has become obsessed with wearing my scarves, Jack has discovered that hiding under his crib is hilarious. They each say a handful of words, though their speech mostly reminds me of the Friends episode where Phoebe tries to teach Joey how to speak French.

Food: I have some yummy recipes coming up, including one for stuffed zucchini. Evan and I are trying to eat a little healthier these days, I'll be writing about that soon, too. We also managed to get out for a few dinners with friends last month (we love date nights, but sometimes double date nights are even better if it means catching up with old buddies) - can't wait to tell you all about the tasty.

Home: The house search is still on, but we've finally decided that Pelham Manor is where we want to end up. It's super cute, great schools, and it's the closest you can get to the city while still being in Westchester County. So now I'm constantly daydreaming about backyard parties and an eat-in kitchen...

TV: I'm excited for the new season to start but until then, I'm re-watching old episodes of Gilmore girls. The show is so cozy, like your favorite cardigan and a warm cup of tea on a September afternoon.

Books: I recently finished reading Top of the Rock: Inside the Rise and Fall of Must See TV, which was the perfect August book for a TV nerd. Next up is Sisterland by Curtis Sittenfeld (I loved Prep and American Wife). This one also looks interesting.

Fabulousness: I'm a sucker for fall fashion, mostly because I look good in rich colors and with my arms covered. Saving for a house and spending most of the time at the playground means I'm not really in the market for a new wardrobe, but I do love these Madewell flats, pictured above.

Hope you all had a lovely August and that you're as excited about fall as I am. It's good to be back!