I LOVE lists.
There are a multitude of notepads filled to the brim with random lists scattered throughout my house.
Lists help me organize my thoughts. Even if I don’t lay my eyes on a list ever again, there is something about writing it down that makes it easier for me to remember.
With the fall season practically on our doorstep, I think it’s time for a Fall To Do List.
I like to go into each new season armed with an assortment of activities for our family. As a stay-at-home mom, I am always at risk of getting stuck in a rut doing the same things over and over again.
It only takes a moment, however, to create of list of fresh, enjoyable activities to do for the upcoming season. This way, I have something to consult if I am ever scrambling for ideas of what to do with W during the day.
The Good Family’s Fall To Do List
- Apple Picking
- Make delicious desserts with apples!
- Go for a hayride
- Attend the local high school’s football game
- Pumpkin picking
- Carve a pumpkin & roast the seeds
- Make pumpkin and apple pie
- Rake leaves into a big pile and jump in (we have our own trees now with the new house)
- Make my own stock. Here’s an easy recipe I found over at Ten at the Table.
- Make some tasty soups for my family
- Gather leaves and make an art project. Check out a list of 8 Leaf Activities for Kids by Hands On As We Grow.
- Decorate the house with fall decor
- Create a fun halloween costume for W; see how long Zig lasts before he chews his costume off
- Organize our new home. Learn about our recent move in 5 Ways to Make Moving Easier with Baby.
- Get to know our new neighborhood
- Go fly a kite! Here’s an easy tutorial on How to Make a Garbage Bag Kite by 2 Little Hooligans.
- Train for the Philly Half Marathon. (See Running in the City vs. Running in the Suburbs)
- Make a delicious tapas-style meal for Sunday Football (Go Eagles!!)
- Go on a nature walk around our new yard
- Visit the zoo
- Visit the local parks
- Have a fall-themed picnic
- Try out a new local restaurant (See 6 Tips for Dining Out with Baby)
- Plan some exercises to do inside before the weather takes a turn
- Plan LOTS of indoor activities to keep W busy when winter comes
Well, I better get started so we can finish before winter! Do you make lists? What would be on your Fall To-Do List?
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I’ve made summer lists but I’ve never thought to do an autumn list! Though it isn’t spring, fall is another beginning. Our school year routine restarts and the schedule itself is comforting.
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Herchel- I tend to think of Fall and Spring as very similar. They both represent a new beginning to me, like you said.
That is a great list! I’m a list person too, I like them for organization, to keep me on task, and just as a good reminder as to what I want to get done (whether it’s tasks or goals).
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Kori- Another list person! They are very handy for moms.
I find myself making lists all the time. It is the only way I will remember to get something done. Have a great fall season! ♥Tee
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Tamara- Thank you! I hope you have a nice fall season too.
Hi, I am a list person too, sometimes I make list of list, haha
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Terri- haha. That’s too funny!
I love making lists too-they are everywhere! Fall is one of my favorite times of year. Many of the reasons are on your list. I’m excited this year because my son is old enough to experience some of the fun stuff-like pumpkins! and football!!
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Tarynn- Yes, my son was so little last fall, and it was a complete blur for me. I am excited to actually enjoy all the fun things to do with my son this year.
I am extremely forgetful, so I have come to love lists out of necessity. I also often feel like I haven’t accomplished anything around the house somedays, but a list gives me the chance to check off at least one or two boxes and feel better.
And fall is my favorite!!! Can’t wait to make apple chips and pumpkin cookies and drink apple cider! And wear sweaters!! Maybe Jane and I can join you for some of your activities – we want to go apple picking, and collect leves to make crafts!
Melissa- Yes, that’s the real reason I keep lists. I would totally forget everything if I didn’t write it down. I would love it if you two joined us!
I was just thinking of writing a fall bucket list!
Wow! You must live near me if you’re going to run the Philadelphia Half Marathon. I had planned on running the German half marathon up at Pennypack park at the end of October, but I’m just not ready right now. Instead, I’m going to train again for the one in May.
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Barb- Great minds think alike! We just moved from the city to outside of Philadelphia. This will be my first half marathon, so I’m pretty nervous. The longest I’ve run is 10 miles! At least the weather will be cooler in November (hopefully).
Thanks for the ideas! We love the pumpkin patch and usually go at least twice. I love fall because the weather is so much cooler.
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Melissa- I agree. The weather is the best in the Fall.
You are a GREAT list-maker! I’ve never thought to make an upcoming season list. I love it! 🙂
Valerie- Thank you! I make the list. We’ll see if the items get done or not! haha
I love the hayride idea! Last year we went to a pumpkin patch with my girls and they loved it! It was a blast!! What a fun idea! I need more of these lists. 🙂
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Elizabeth- Yes, I’m sure your girls would love a hayride! I am hoping we can take a hayride to the pumpkin patch.
Fun list! I love going apple and pumpkin picking 🙂
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Akaleistar- Thanks! I can’t wait to go.
Great list. On mine: definitely apple picking and making some cool plans for Halloween (I already ordered her costume ).
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Estelle- You are on the ball! I haven’t even thought what my son is going to wear for Halloween.
Oh my goodness! That is the greatest list of all time. I wish I was more of a list person. When I make lists, I just lose them! 😉 I love all your Fall plans.
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Nicole- You are the best! Honestly, I lose half of my lists too. I just make more then! haha
Wow sounds like you’re gonna be busy!! Way to get on that list early. I think I may steal a few of these ideas 🙂
Brianna- I know! I better get started.
Lists are a fantastic way for me to empty my brain before it forgets things. I love your autumn list. I especially like the last one about coming up with indoor activities before winter comes. It made me chuckle. Good luck with your fall activities. Thanks for sharing!
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Deborah- Thanks for your comment. I have to make sure to prepare for the winter now. I know I am going to have to find lots of ways to keep W busy inside.
Oh boy I am a list maker too. I have several notepads, spiral notebooks you name it with lists and notes. I love your fall to do list and I may add a few of yours to my list too 😀
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Maggie- Thanks! Glad to hear from another list maker!
Our list has lots of walks and visits the pumpkin patch and playing in the leaves. Fall in Texas is perfect, because the weather finally feels comfortable!
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Nicci-Yes, I’m sure it gets really hot in Texas. I like going on walks. I’ll have to add that to the list!
I love your list and wish you much luck with the marathon and yes, FLY EAGLES FLY! Great share, thank you for visiting us at the #WWDParty.
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Sounds like you guys are in for a fun fall! I never make lists like this because then I get none of the things done on it, but I hope to do some of these too (especially leaf crafts – yay!)
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Emma- I never get my list finished, but I always make them anyway! haha.
I miss Fall! I would love to be able to do all this, and have my son experience Fall for the first time in his life!
Joanna- Yes, I’m sure you have gorgeous weather in Ecuador though!
Apple and pumpkin picking are definitely on our to-do list!! And now that I think of it, I really need to start planning for Fall better since it will be here before we know it!
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Ana- Thanks for your comment! The summer always goes by so quickly.
Your list is great. I sure do miss all the fall stuff living here in Florida. I really miss putting out pumpkins. They would melt here in a day or two. So, I have to buy the fake ones.
Tammy- We are actually heading to Florida this October! Hopefully it won’t be TOO hot!
What a fun list! We do a lot of those, but not every year. My girls want to go apple picking again this year; I just wish we could find a place not so far away.
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Tammy- Thanks for the comment. Yes, I think we have a place to go apple picking that isn’t too far. If it was too far, I would probably just have a “pretend” apple picking in the backyard.
Planning winter activities is a good idea. Then you are prepared.
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Laina- Thanks for your comment. Yes, I don’t want to be stuck inside when the snow comes with nothing to do!
Oh man I wish we lived by you! We have no fall down here!
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