Next week we’ll be launching our annual Fall Nesting Series and parties here at The Inspired Room. Can you believe October is almost here? I’m so excited—this is my favorite time of year and one I look forward to sharing each season.
One reason I love the Fall series is that it encourages slowing down and counting our blessings. When life gets busy, it’s easy to focus on the next big thing or the next task on the to‑do list and overlook the good things right in front of us.
For me, fall is a season of nesting—staying home to reconnect with what matters, to enjoy creating a warm, welcoming space for family, and to spend time being grateful. It’s a season to savor the simple, meaningful parts of life.
The first week of the Fall Nesting series, on the first Tuesday of the month (October 9), we’ll host a link-up party centered on 20 Little Things we love about fall. Making lists like this helps me remember what truly matters and keeps everything in perspective. Over the years we’ve shared many lists here, and it’s amazing how many things you notice to be grateful for when you pause and reflect.
Start writing your 20 Little Things list now and be ready to share it on your blog, Facebook, or in the comments next Tuesday. I’ll post a button later this week that you can add to your blog for your “20 Little Things I Love About Fall” post.
I’ve been using a magnetic calendar from DaySpring in a simple, meaningful way: as a daily prompt to pause and be grateful before I begin the day. Life fills up with responsibilities quickly, and without intention we can trade presence for busyness.
Each morning when I enter my office, I move the arrow on the calendar to the new day and take a few quiet moments to reflect on what I have and express gratitude. Starting the day with that purposeful attitude helps me keep priorities straight and remember what truly matters.
Because it’s Monday, we might as well make the best of it, right?
We’re excited to share a giveaway today from our friends at DaySpring.
There will be five winners. Each winner will receive a cheerful Blessings canvas by artist Jeanne Winters and one of the magnetic calendars mentioned above.
In honor of the first week of fall, here’s a DaySpring coupon code for $10 off any order of $25 or more:
INSPIRED10 – good through the end of September.
This code applies to the Blessings canvas, the magnetic calendar, or any other DaySpring items you choose—great for early holiday shopping or a small seasonal treat.
To enter the giveaway, share in the comments three things you are grateful for TODAY about the home or life you have now.
Ready, set, go!
Thanks to DaySpring for partnering with us on this giveaway.
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who entered! Winners will be announced this weekend.