goodbye, summer. hello, autumn.

long days, short nights. patios. spf. sunglasses. iced coffee. farmers' markets. porches. leisurely bike rides. swimming pools. lakehouses. windows pushed up, windows rolled down.

The other night, I was driving home late and was stopped at an intersection. The street was bustling with people moving to and fro, trying to get those last few summer beers in their systems. A young man crossed the street in a tee shirt and it struck me that within a few weeks, we'll be wearing sweaters at night.

What does summer mean to you?

As the sun sets on this year's summer, I'll feel as though I've made more of the season than I had ever previously. How lovely it would be if this became a pattern.

Fall is my favorite season and I'm excited for the foliage, pumpkin patches, and apple-picking. The sad thing about fall in the Northeast is that it tends to be relatively short-lived. Maybe this is why we appreciate it so much.

I've listened to this song a lot this summer:

Happy autumn, everyone!

xoxo

5 things I love Tuesday!

1. Light and shadow.

I've been loving my new lens and having a camera that is back in commission! Lately, I've been especially intrigued by scenes that emphasize light and shadow.

2. School supplies!

Probably my favorite part of starting a new-school year is the stationery! I picked up the notebooks, pencil case, and pens inside the pencil case from Muji when I visited New York with my mother about a month ago.

A bunch of the little supplies are from a gift package the lovely Judith sent me all the way from Colorado! The post-its were given to me by Courtney. I have such kind friends!! xo

 Also while I was in New York, I purchased the daily planner below from Anthropologie. This was a splurge for me, but I am so happy with the purchase!

3. Foliage!

I'm so surprised that the leaves are already changing! I noticed red leaves for the first time today while walking around today.

4. Loafers from Salvation Army.

I purchased this pair of loafers on a recent trip to Salvation Army with Kater of All This Happiness. We went on a Wednesday (half-off day!), so they were only about $2.00! I've basically been wearing these every day because they go with just about anything and they're so easy to slip into!

5. RunKeeper app.

It seems like almost every week I've been sharing an iPhone app that I've been loving. I hope this isn't annoying! I'd be lying if I said I don't spend a lot of time on my iPhone.

RunKeeper uses the GPS in your phone to track your runs. It keeps track of distance traveled, current pace, average pace for your run, and calories burned. It really encourages me to keep going and to push myself!

I also love how RunKeeper chimes in while you're listening to music every five minutes to tell you how far you've run, etc.

Have a great week, my loves! xoxoxoxoxo