Savor September

Are you still wondering what happened to August? With all the preparations for school, it's no surprise that last month flew by. What makes time go fast or slow? How can we slow things down so that we are genuinely enjoying each day? Here are some ideas I am going to try: 

• Waking up 15 minutes earlier to sit with my coffee - no phone, no television, no distractions. Just an opportunity to let the quiet in. Bonus points if I can sit outside and enjoy the changing leaves. Even more bonus points if my kids never bother me! 
• Take a walk outside more days a week than not. I'm putting bets on the weather to cooperate with me here, but I know that it is essential to move and get fresh air.  
• Put some of my favorite autumn activities on the calendar, no matter how small - roasting marshmallows, hiking, making apple crisp, raking leaves and jumping in them with the kids, etc. 

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What do you do to slow time down? What are your favorite activities to do this time of year? I'm determined to savor September!