Share 4 Somethings: September 2026
Tomorrow is the last Saturday of the month and time for Share 4 Somethings with Jenn. This year we're sharing something we loved, something that sustained us, something we're carrying forward, and something we're making space for each month.
Something I loved: Beautiful hikes and fabulous views.
More specifically hiking Wachusett mountain on Labor day with my husband and Evan.
Hiking and catching up with my friend last Friday. Now that our homeschool boys have graduated we're still making time to see each other at least once a month and I love that.
Getting to meet a few of Evan's new friends when I took them to the movies.
The whole family eating dinner together one last time before my mom and step-father leave for home.
I actually feel like I got to talk to or spend a lot of time with all 3 boys individually this month and that's not something I take for granted now that the younger 2 are off at college and Ian is busy building up his business.
It hasn't happened yet and I'll share more next week I'm sure but I already know I am going to love heading to Foxwoods tonight to see Steve Martin and Martin Short, we've got a hotel room to stay the night and dinner reservations at Hell's Kitchen so it should be a night to remember. My husband even took today off!
Something that sustained me: Fresh foods from Alec's garden. We're still harvesting tomatoes every other day or so, parsley, basil, sage, and pea/pea pods.
Something I'm carrying forward: Making time for art and creative projects of all kinds. This month I did some painting, worked on some dot art, made cards and scrapbook pages, and even put a few sticker by number pages together. Most of the time it's very relaxing to just create and let my mind wander.
Something I'm making space for: By this point in the year I am making room in my closet for fall clothes; packing away the summer stuff always makes me a bit sad but I do so love my sweater collection! I've also started making space in the basement for all the patio/deck furniture as it's time to start packing that away as well.
Sounds like a fun plan tonight and into tomorrow! I'll bet the weather has been great for hikes. I hope you have a nice long season before it gets really cold.
ReplyDeleteOH me too! I hate those falls that get cold fast and feel more like winter than actual fall.
DeleteYour hike pics are so pretty. No packing away summer clothes here yet. I'm headed to the mountains this weekend and had to remind myself I'll need sweatshirts not t-shirts but yay! I'm ready for fall clothes. Have a nice weekend!
ReplyDeleteYeah for quality time with your boys and awesome hikes of course!
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I'm sure you and your husband will have the most amazing time at Foxwoods. Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Hell's Kitchen sound like the perfect date night! Have a lovely weekend!
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Have fun at Foxwoods! The hiking photos are so nice!
ReplyDeleteYou’re amazing. Just thought you should know.
ReplyDeleteLots to love here, but especially that you got to meet some of Evan's new friends and enjoy a lovely family dinner. Martin and Short -- now THAT is an act I'd love to see!
ReplyDeleteYour views are stunning! That is good you are still having time with your friend and how lovely to have lots of time with your boys.
ReplyDeleteHave a fab trip away, it sounds like it's going to be one to remember.
How wonderful to get all those things from the garden.
Wonderful to get the whole family together for a meal. I like your creative projects.. wonderful that you will continue, I hope you keep sharing them here.
ReplyDeleteHave a great time tonight! I love those guys! Your hike pictures are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteYou are blessed to have such good communication with the boys, and I love how you're so creative...and in many mediums.
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Jodie