Fall Into Fall with Great Drives, Good Reads, and Yummy Eats

Sep 21, 2011 by MidChix Staff

Quote to Inspire: Everyone must take time to sit and watch the leaves turn. ~Elizabeth Lawrence

How To Decorate for Fall On a Budget

The changing of seasons usher in another chance to bring a different décor to life. As summer changes to fall, decorating may be the last thing on your mind, especially if the reason is your wallet. With all the changes that fall marks: the beginning of school, recouping after the family vacation and the impending holiday seasons, decorating on a budget for fall may be a valuable necessity.
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Books We Like: “10 Can’t Miss Fall Reads”

Cozy up on a crisp autumn day with one of these great new books!
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Article We Like: “10 Ways to Make Your Home Fair Trade Friendly“

Turn over a new leaf this fall and make your home fair trade friendly. By purchasing fair trade certified products you support companies that ensure ethical manufacturing practices and standards in their production process. Additionally, you support farmers and manufacturers in many developing countries who are striving to provide better lives for their families and build stronger communities.
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Great Fall Colorado Drives

The month of September is the ideal time to witness this gilded spectacle, but you have to time it right — the color is fleeting, lasting only about a week in most places. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to predict when exactly the leaves will turn in any given location. The best strategy: select your travel dates in advance, but not your destination. Then go wherever the color is. Here are a few road-tripping routes, sorted by region, that have become fall-color pilgrimages for aspen lovers.
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Blog We Like: “Life Changes Blog (Just like the seasons . . . )”

Life Changes is a blog exploring universal life events and changes and our unique perspectives and experiences with career, health and life transitions. It’s about our human-ness, courage, and creativity during LIFE CHANGES and as Life Changes.
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Weekly Recipes: 7 Great Fall Recipes

The days are getting shorter and the evenings colder, but there is still bountiful produce in season. Fall offers a new variety of nutritious fruits and vegetables. Crisp apples and fragrant pears are a good source of soluble fiber and potassium and both are delicious in sweet and savory dishes. Broccoli and cabbage are good food sources of calcium, and cauliflower is a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and fiber. Welcome fall’s fine produce with these delicious healthy recipes.
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Tips: Fall Home Organization Tips

Fall is the second busiest season and one of the most common problems standing between you and an organized home is the ability to establish a routine. Think about your daily routine and then plan out ways to maximize your time and accomplish your chores efficiently.
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