My Latest Obsessions

Margaret and Cate's first day of school (Margaret = 2nd grade and Cate = 4th grade)

The gals started school on Monday. They were super excited - up bright and early and rearing to go. George and I waved goodbye as they walked two blocks to school. George officially starts preschool next week - wahoo!  He is so excited as he wants to be in school too (just like the big girls!). We are slowly but surely getting used to the transition from summer to fall. We have a week or two until our afternoons become nutty w/ afternoon activities and the like.

After school today we are heading to Kinnikinnick Farm in Caledonia, IL. SUPER excited for a little farm and family action. We had an awesome time last year! And Tuesday night PFC and I are heading to see the Book of Mormon. Totally pumped to see it!

Enjoy the long weekend! XO - D2

Some of my latest faves:

• I just finished a great book, The Chaperone, by Laura Moriarty. I LOVED it. Solid book! I'm now starting The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. Excellent reviews. 30 Must Read Books. 
• When the temps drop I want to try this Crock Pot Creamy Tomato Soup. Looks awesome! 
• This Georgia Tech freshman convocation speech is pretty hilarious! 
• The kids had a blast at the various camps they did this summer. How about a camp for adults? This Upper Crust camp looks fun! And what a lovely environment you are in while there. Love it! 
• How fun are these pencils? Love them. 
• How to mix and layer patterns. 
• Love this Legacy Shoulder Bag. Looks like it would last forever. And how fun would it be to have it monogrammed?! 
• Interesting article on what parents should say to their kids as they perform. 
• I can tell this is going to be a book that I gift during the holidays. 
• LOVE these little bronze ballet flats. So cute! And these pointed silver flats are cute too. 
• I'm sure this is a beautiful book = Well-Read Women: Portraits of Fictions Most Beloved Heroines. 
• 10 best store bought appetizers = awesome to know! 
• I'm desperately searching for new recipes to try for the kids. Please send any my way. I think I'm going to try this Easy Ravioli Lasagna soon. On the list! 
• Nate Berkus does a fall collection for Target. Some cute items! I like the arrowhead rug and the braided jute rug and the khaki herringbone sheet set. 
• My mom adores San Miguel in Mexico. Some spots to check out. Doesn't this restaurant look awesome?! 
• LOVE this chelsea boat. Very fun. 
• Some gorgeous flower How Tos. 
• These almond-crisped peaches look AH-MAZING. YUMMY! 
• I think GMC and I need to check out Ugly Mug Cafe one morning for a little breakfast action! 
• This tray and coaster set is pretty rad. Love it! 
• I'm still craving Graeter's ice cream after our trip to Cincinnati. Fortunately, we can buy it at our local grocery stores. How cute are these porcelain ice cream cones?! 
• LOVE this simple dining room table.