October 11

Fresh, fall flowers, the extent of my fall home décor this year due to my upcoming move:

October 12

These goodies helped me through an afternoon training session.  Thankfully I only needed the coffee and the mini Butterfinger.  The rest will come in handy at another time...

October 13

I love spending extra time with Roxy on the weekends!

October 14

There's something calming about lighting candles. . . Life sure has been stressful these days!

October 15

Trying out new recipes can be a hit or miss.  This one wasn't the worst dish ever.  It gave me a newfound appreciation for orzo pasta. (:

October 16

  

My first graders helped me brainstorm some ideas about fall today.  It always amazes me how much they remember when it doesn't even seem like they're listening/paying attention.

October 17

My first graders and I are on top of the world everyday (world map area rug):

October 18

I decided to splurge and get a venti-sized drink at Starbucks along with some pumpkin bread.  Rough days are tough, but treats make them better.

October 19

I found a diy project that I made a year ago while cleaning/packing:

October 20

 

I'm so thankful for this little dog and big blessing in my life.  A month has gone by without Mike and my heart still feels an emptiness within.  Roxy and I have been blessed to find comfort in our family,  our friends and in each other.

October 1

I decided to embrace the changes in my life right now by making a change to my hair cut and color.  Ombré and an edgier hairstyle to celebrate another year of getting older:

October 2

Having a fall break means I can go on lunch dates :)

October 3

Roxy's wondering what is going on with all the boxes that are all over the place.  Smart dog, she knows something is up:

October 4

I got to celebrate my birthday with my family today and some friends throughout the week...

October 5

I learned that today is World Smile Day.  These two make me smile:

October 6

I'm brewing pumpkin spice coffee (it was among some birthday gift goodies)...perfect for fall!

October 7

I finally tried out the new owl warmer and spiced apple citrus scented wax that I scored at Walmart.  My place smells soooo good.

October 8

 

I was excited to find these shoes this past weekend inside a box in my garage.  I had been wondering where they were!

October 9

This colorful turtle brings me memories of my trip to Guatemala a few years ago:

October 10

I'm really liking how easy it is to customize and change up Origami Owl jewelry. . . (normavcampos.origamiowl.com)

September 23

My family and I are having a memorial for Mike this week.  He was such a special dog, and a much-loved family member.

September 24

It still feels like summer weather-wise in San Diego, but it definitely feels like a new season with lots of changes going on.  I'm bracing myself for fall...

September 25

Tuesday nights have turned into t.v. nights.  The Voice is a fun show (but it makes me miss singing), Go On has been pretty funny so far, and Parenthood has such believable characters, it's been nice to follow them for a while.  Somehow I end up getting teary during that show, but I know that I'm not the only one ;)

September 26

Roxy was able to fit into her brother's sweater.  My grandma made it for him 10 years ago.  Roxy has remained lean, but is much longer now:

September 27

I'm so thankful to have such great memories of Mike.  Some make me cry, but most make me smile and even laugh.  I'll always remember and love you, Mike!

September 28

I keep trying to convince Roxy to cuddle up with this pink turtle since her brother had snuggled up next to her for the past 11 years.  She's still warming up to the idea, but I love how she humors me :)

September 29

I couldn't pass up celebrating yet another holiday...

September 30

I'm feeling more confident with my golf game.  Now if only I didn't have to keep score!