You guys, IT’S MY FAVORITE DAY OF THE YEAR!!!!!
I know, I know, I know…I say this every single September 1st, but I just LOVE this day. I love everything about this time of year (today through December 31st) and flipping my calendar from August over to September just fills me with JOY.
From the weather changing to the leaves, pumpkins, football, Halloween, shorter days, cooler weather, cozy sweaters, hearty fare, family gatherings, holidays, twinkle lights, carols, favorite movies, parties, staying in, celebrating…the list is just so long.
The last two nights in a row, my family of six has enjoyed our evenings at local high school football games (first the freshman game and then last night, the varsity game), and one of my FAVORITE things to do is be in the car at night with all five of my favorite people hearing them laugh, discuss and banter about the game on the way home. I love that we were all there. Together. In the same place. No one was watching TV or looking at their phone. We were just outside, with our community, having fun. I just love it so much.
Needless to say when you put my favorite day of the year on a FRIDAY, there is just even more to celebrate. Plus bonus…our kids have a four day weekend in celebration of Labor Day, sooooo it’s not even a school day today 🙂 .
How’s a girl to celebrate?
With her annual…
…SHAY’S FAVORITE DAY GIVEAWAY!
This year, I’m making it super simple…one winner will receive a $500 POTTERY BARN GIFT CARD (to be used at any of their brands).
Whether you need a slow cooker, a cozy throw, some fall pillows, Christmas plates, Halloween decor, a big Dutch oven…whatever will make your fall and holiday season special, this gift card is on me for you to enjoy this cozy time of year.
The only way to enter this giveaway is at the bottom of this blog post through the Rafflecopter. One random winner will be selected and announced here on this blog, Tuesday, September 5th.
Easy as that!
If you’re looking for a bit more fall joy to kick off your September, make sure you check out…
…my FALL BUCKET LIST!
I have something fun and fall for you to do every single day between now and Halloween. SO MANY OF THEM ARE FREE! These are just easy little ideas to help us all incorporate more fall into our every days.
As you might imagine, today while I’m working, I’ll be watching…
…When Harry Met Sally 🙂 .
Take a look at the other fun fall movies that will be on repeat at my house this season too. I will be adding Runaway Bride and You’ve Got Mail as well! Those are fall classics at our house!
Need more fall fun?
How about our annual…
…SEPTEMBER PHOTO CHALLENGE!
Every day this month, Erika and I will be posting a pic on Stories or in our feeds with the hashtag #erikaandshayfalleveryday using the prompts above. We hope you join us too! It’s always so much fun to see your pictures!!
Plus, today, I’m also sharing…
From savory to sweet, breakfast recipes, lunch, dinner, desserts, breads and muffins too, I have all of your delicious and easy fall apple recipes HERE!
If you’re lookin’ for a bit more fall inspo on this first day of the month…
…you can catch my FALL HOME TOUR from 2022 HERE and…
…check out how we get Gourd-geous Pumpkins HERE!
Plus…
…I have a list of my 19 KEY FALL KITCHEN ESSENTIALS (for all of that seasonal cooking!) as well!
Wishing you the happiest SEPTEMBER 1st, friends!!!
Don’t forget, if you want to enter to win my $500 Pottery Barn Gift Card, just complete the Rafflecopter below! If you subscribe or follow any of the entries, check that box as an entry to win. The winner will be announced on TUESDAY’S BLOG POST!
BUT…you better come back TOMORROW for more fall fun! A bonus Saturday post comin’ at ya, so make sure you’re back!
Have the BEST day!! xx
Lauren says
I am going to print those lists and hang them on the fridge, so fun! Thanks Shay!
Susan Jeffries says
Our daughter just graduated from college and this is our first year without having someone going back to school. It made me pretty sad. But I have enjoyed watching everyone else have fun this season! Love the apple recipes! Thanks! Susan
Elspeth says
Happy September! So many fun fall things! Have a great weekend!
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Erika Slaughter says
Happy September First, Friend! XO
Sarah Shaneyfelt says
Love today’s post! I wish we also got out of school today because we started so incredibly early this year. And I love the photo challenge–I remember the first year y’all did it and you had daily prizes and I won a barefoot dreams blanket! Happy Friday!
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Kim Z says
Omigosh, the gift card would be so perfect! Buying all the baby furniture for our first and it’s a huge expense 🫣
Lindsey Miller says
Oh my gosh you forgot Sweet Home Alabama with Reese Witherspoon!! Such a good fall movie!!
Mix and Match Mama says
You’re right!!!!! It is!
SS says
It is time for Earth, Wind and Fire (then I change the words everyday). Lol.
We may go apple picking today! Zestar apples are so yummy (perk of kiddo work at the farm…we already have some).
Happy start of ’ember months!!!
Allison Ferrell says
Yesssss…. ‘BER months are the BEST!!!
Stacie says
I LOVE the fall bucket list!! Fall decorating starts this weekend at my house; also my favorite time of year!
Michelle says
OMG! Where did you get those concrete pumpkins?? LOVE! I looked for a link on your fall home tour but didn’t see one. I need those!
Mix and Match Mama says
Sandstone Garden outside of Joplin, MO 🙂
Andrea says
I have been searching for similar pumpkins for years and have never been able to find them. At this point if Shay ever decided to get rid of them, I’d buy each pumpkin a first class ticket to Oregon! 😂
Mix and Match Mama says
Listen, I can be bought. Hahahaha! Sandstone Garden had a major fire *maybe* three years ago??? I know they’re back open in some capacity, but perhaps they don’t sell those any more?
Kelly says
Happy September 1st! It was 53 degrees here in PA this morning:)
Mix and Match Mama says
I am SO jealous!!!!
Beth Valenta says
LOVE this fall post. We were out of school today as well, so walking during a crisp morning was the perfect start. I love the bucket list. I am off today to get a new fall purse and need a fall pedicure! Have a wonderful day Shay!
Candace A Young says
New bedding would be awesome…🎃🍁🍂
Joanne says
Went out for a fall hike this morning (in my pants and sweatshirt) and can already see the leaves changing colors!
Alexandria says
This got me even more excited for fall!!! At least the mornings feel like it- kind of 🙂
Natalie Lyles says
I have got to watch when Harry met Sally. I always think of you when I hear this movie. I’m gonna put that down as a to-do for September. 🙂
Patty says
I’ve always loved the first of September, but this year it’s bittersweet. Next week our movers come to load us up for a move to another state. I’ll miss my church and my neighbors SO much. BUT we’ll be much closer to our kids/grands, so that’s a huge plus. Would LOVE to win the Pottery Barn gift card since our next home has more space which we need to fill. I’ve been all over the PB catalog lately getting ideas. Enjoy this amazing season, Shay!
Maureen says
I love this time of year as well. Fall has always been it. I do love the Christmas holidays as well but Fall is it. Perhaps it started because of my birthday being in September. This year is also a significant number but I am grateful to be alive and to celebrate when I do with my family.
The bucket lists are so fun. Thank you for putting them on. I have printed them out and hope to be able to make September and Fall that much better due to these add ons.
Hope you and yours enjoy the season.
Scarlett Spangler says
Happy September 1st!! I’m extra excited for fall & the holidays this year, we are moving into our first (owned) home and I can’t wait to buy decorations for it! My mom did not decorate our house for the seasons, it just wasn’t her thing, but I can’t wait to start these traditions for my baby. Pottery Barn gift card would be put to good use ❤️
Debbie Carr says
This weather is amazing!!! Love fall!
Sheaffer says
What a fun way to kick off fall!
Jeanette says
Well, this is super fun!! I love September also, my Birthday is the 4th ☺️. I will be checking out your Fall kitchen essentials post.
Faith says
Spring is my favorite season with Fall a very close second BUT you have me all giddy! I took out my decorations, can’t wait to make some apple recipes and added movies to my watchlist!
Emily says
Twin 6 month foster babies just moved into their own room! Thought they’d stay in our room until college, but time flies and would love to decorate their room! Thank you for your inspiration in adoption and creating forever families.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh goodness! God bless YOU for loving on those sweet babies! xx
Brenda says
Me, September 1 to mid October – When Harry Met Sally on repeat. Mid October to Thanksgiving day – You’ve Got Mail on repeat. Day after Thanksgiving to Christmas – The Holiday! I sprinkle many you listed above in there also, but those three are my staple movies from today through the holidays and I love it! Happy Fall! Now if Mother Nature would just cooperate a bit…
Mix and Match Mama says
Let’s be best friends, okay? xx
Amanda says
Another movie for your list- The Labyrinth with David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly, and creepy muppets. I loved it as a tween, and now my kids do too! A perfect watch for Fall!
Mix and Match Mama says
OH MY WORD! I bet I watched that move 400 times growing up! I LOVED IT!!! I haven’t thought of it in years though! Great suggestion for my teens!
Kallen says
Happy almost fall!