Fall is Here!

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It feels like fall is officially here now that the decorations are up, and Michigan’s cooler temperatures are making it feel even more like autumn.

We have some fun things to look forward to this month, including a Halloween sleepover with the grandkids in a few weeks and a couple of camping trips where the fall colors should be on full display! 

Tonight, we’re joining our friends for our regular Tuesday night trivia. We came in first place last week, so we’re hoping we can hang on to that top spot tonight!



















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  1. Martha Jane OrlandoOctober 6, 2026 at 11:15 AM

    I love your decorations, Kris! Yes, it's feeling like fall here in Georgia, too, and I'm looking forward to all the perks the autumn brings. Good luck with the trivia contest tonight!

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  2. Pamela M. SteinerOctober 6, 2026 at 12:24 PM

    I love your decorations and you have such a lovely home! The pictures look like something out of Better Homes and Gardens! Oh, I bet having the grandkids for a Halloween sleepover will be lots of fun! And the trivia contests sound like a lot of fun! We haven't played trivia in ages. Enjoy your cooler weather! Fall in Michigan is always beautiful! We used to live in Troy many years ago, but only for a couple of years. Being a southern girl (and guy) we were happy when we finally found our way back home to Florida. I did enjoy going to the apple orchards up there in the fall, however, and having some hot cider and apple cider donuts! Sweet memories. Enjoy some for me!

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    1. KrisOctober 8, 2026 at 7:01 AM

      Hi Pam! Thank you for the kind words! We are so excited for our Halloween sleepover. I've been buying decorations and making a list of fun things to do. Troy, MI, borders the city of my city of Sterling Heights. My sister and brother-in-law recently retired to Florida. We visit them often, and I love Florida!

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  3. MariOctober 6, 2026 at 1:16 PM

    Your home looks so nice, inside and out! I love your fireplace.
    That sleepover will be fun and I'll look forward to seeing pics!

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    1. KrisOctober 8, 2026 at 7:02 AM

      Thanks, Mari! We are so looking forward to the sleepover!

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  4. Terri DOctober 6, 2026 at 4:10 PM

    Kris, I love your Fall decorations! Looks so good!! How fun to have the grands for a Halloween sleepover!! I hope you can share a few photos with us! The camping trip sounds perfect, and good luck to your trivia team!! xo

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    1. KrisOctober 8, 2026 at 7:03 AM

      Thanks, Terri! I'll definitely take some photos of the sleepover! Our trivia team took first place again this week! Yay for us!

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  5. 🍂 Debby/From My Shasta Home October 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM

    I imagine Michigan is beautiful in the fall. I enjoy having four seasons, and even though our seasons here aren’t as dramatic as in the north, I still notice the subtle changes. Experiencing the same weather all year would feel dull.

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    1. KrisOctober 8, 2026 at 7:09 AM

      Hi Debby! Michigan is so beautiful in the fall. I love that we get to experience four seasons. Each one is special. Winters here can get brutal, though. LOL

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  6. Kim CarberryOctober 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM

    Your front yard looks beautiful and what lovely decorations around your home. It sounds like you have some great plans this month!

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    1. KrisOctober 8, 2026 at 7:10 AM

      Hi Kim! Thank you. Yes, October should be a fun month!

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  7. Terri DOctober 22, 2026 at 5:53 PM

    Hi Kris! Your Fall decorations are lovely. I must have missed this post!! Went looking for you today. xo

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