The beginning of the fall season has always been my favorite time of year. Yes, it kicks of the holiday celebrations, but there’s something else about it. I think people are happier and nicer to one another and it just feels special. To get you in the festive spirit, I’ve included seven short reads from some of my favorite magazines in the list below. Within them, there’s everything from decorating to party planning to recipes and even home maintenance tips. I hope you celebrate today and enjoy the first day of fall!

1. Here are 17 quotes about fall you’ll love
2. But what is the fall equinox?
3. 28 ways to celebrate fall, including some you can start right now
4. Even if you can’t make it to Tennessee, you can still enjoy Blackberry Farm’s famous buttermilk biscuits
5. Pair with Ina Garten’s “Perfect Roast Chicken” —that chicken– or 9 other fall favorites from Barefoot Contessa
6. With 25 autumnal candles in this list, there’s something for everyone
7. A little bit of upkeep can go a long way. Let this home maintenance checklist guide you through the season.

Now is as good a time as any to address my absence. For the last two years, my desire to share quality content and connect with you never wavered, but my intentions and my actions didn’t always match up. I’ve spent the past few months giving lots of thought to what this blog means to me and what type of content I want to provide you. So here I am, promising you I’ll do my best to create content you can rely upon, especially through the holiday season.