Now that I’m retired (true story), I’ve whipped up several batches of my famous pumpkin chocolate chip cookies this fall. They’re super famous in our house, a cozy fall favorite that fills the whole kitchen with cinnamon, nutmeg, and chocolatey goodness.
When Eben was little (y’all, he’s 24 now and finishing his Master’s degree!), Mr. Sweet Greens used to read us spooky stories in the dark by candlelight. Those were the best nights, a little creepy, a lot cozy, and full of laughter.
I’m secretly hoping Eben comes home sometime in October so we can watch a scary movie together. Fat chance though, he’s busy these days with school, work, teaching, friends, and a lovely girlfriend! (I can’t really blame him!)
At our house, we fill October with all the fun fall traditions, baking, pumpkin carving, long walks, and yes… Mr. Sweet Greens has been “making” me rewatch all of the Harry Potter movies. I’ll admit it, I slept through most of them the first time around.
Now that we live full-time in the mountains of North Carolina, I get to soak up all the Halloween and fall magic, crisp morning hikes, colorful leaves, and small-town festivals that make autumn feel like home.
So tell me, does your family have any Halloween traditions? Costumes, movie nights, spooky books, or fall baking favorites? I’d love to hear about them in the comments below!
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