all over again

I realize that traditionally, the New Year is the time in which people make their promises to themselves and others, and decide to improve what can be made better.  I however, usually dive into this with the arrival of fall.  Maybe its the lingering sense of the "new school year" that gets me into the mood for renewal.  I've refreshed my wardrobe, overhauled my apartment with a serious cleaning, ramped up my running schedule (easy, because it's incredibly pleasant to head out for a jog when it's 60 and sunny) and even jumped back into yoga, which I had sorely neglected this summer.  Fall always makes me remember how much I enjoy spending time by myself.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVED my crazy summer - I got to see so many of my friends on a consistent basis, and we made the most of the warmer months.  But I am also so happy staying in (sometimes reading, sometimes watching all the good shows that will be back soon!), burning a candle, and getting a big pot of chili going while Darrell watches football.  I definitely am trying to make the most of my leisure time since we are getting into the very last bits of planning the wedding!  You'd think it would stress me out, but honestly the closer we get to the day, the more fun I have with the planning.  I am so excited for the big day to come - less than a month away now.  I guess the point of this drawn out speech is to say this - yes, I'm still alive & well, and I am going to try to keep up with this blog more consistently!  I feel like I'm finally happy with the look - simple and rustic - and even though I might not be the example of perfection & consistency that so many of my favorite blogs are, documenting my life is something that makes me happy, and I should try to do a little better with it.  For now I'm going to finish my night by continuing to avoid football by watching the Emmys.