Autumn Goals

Happy first day of autumn!

I can't believe it's already here.

I have no idea where the year has gone or how we're already in late September. I've left the house so few times this year because my health has been so bad, that I feel like I've lost and wasted the last nine months of my life. I've done lots of little things I've enjoyed from home like reading and painting, of course, but that doesn't really feel like living life to the full. But the good thing about autumn is that it feels like a brand new chapter in the year, and a second chance to get stuff done and squeeze in some new experiences before the year is through. So I'm ready and willing to play catch-up. 

I don't know why I always feel so inspired and motivated to get things done, do fun little things, and get out and about at this time of year, but there are so many things I'd love to do this autumn. I thought it would be fun to share my autumn goals with you today, so that's what I'm gonna do.

Here are my goals for autumn:

Make a Halloween embroidery

I really want to make a Halloween embroidery this year. Every year I plan to make one but never think about it early enough, so I never have. This year is going to be different. I just bought a couple of fun patterns from Beco Productions on Etsy- the Halloween Rainbow pattern and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Halloween pattern, and the supplies I need, and I can't wait to get started. I'm just waiting on some tracing paper so I can transfer the pattern on to the fabric, and then I'll be ready to go. 

Carve a pumpkin

I don't know why mutilating pumpkins is so fun, but I'm here for it.

Paint pumpkins

I've wanted to try pumpkin painting for a while now. Maybe this year I'll actually make the effort to get some cheap paints from Hobbycraft, and give it a go.

Take an autumn walk

I'd love to go on an autumn walk when the leaves are falling, mostly just so I can crunch through heaps of fallen leaves. I love being out in the fresh air, but there's something about going for a walk when the trees are colourful and there's a crisp chill biting at your cheeks that you just can't beat.

Take an autumn drive through The Cotswolds

It's not lost on me that I live in one of the prettiest parts of England, and while it's gorgeous all year round, you have to see it in autumn when the leaves change. I really want to go for a drive through the countryside when they do, just to take it all in, do some exploring, and maybe find somewhere new to stop and buy some treats.

Decorate for autumn

I need to make time to start digging out my pumpkin decorations to make the house feel more autumnal. And maybe buy a few munchkin pumpkins to add in, too.

Visit a pumpkin patch

I'd love to visit a pumpkin patch to pick out a pumpkin or two. I've still never been to one.

Try something pumpkin spiced

Everyone seems obsessed with pumpkin-spice-flavoured food and drink at this time of year, but I've never tried it, so I want to see what all the fuss is about this autumn. Any recommendations?

Go autumn book shopping

I never need an excuse to go book shopping and I definitely don't need any new books, but I'd still love to do a little book shopping to find some new reads for cosying up with as the nights draw in.

Watch lots of cosy autumn movies

I can't wait to curl up with some seasonal, cosy, and creepy movies on chilly autumn nights and afternoons. It's definitely my favourite time of year for movie-watching.

Fix my Halloween brooch so I can wear it again.

The brooch backs on a couple of my autumn / Halloween Erstwilder brooches broke from falls to the floor a couple of years ago, and I still haven't repaired them. I've put it off long enough, so I'm determined to repair them ASAP. I just need to buy the right brooch backs so I can get started.

Watch some fireworks

I'd love to go watch some fireworks on Bonfire Night. I used to go to a fireworks display every year, but it's been a long time since I last made it to one.

Visit The Cotswold Wildlife Park

I haven't been to my local zoo in almost two years, so I'm hoping to fit in a visit this autumn. It's so pretty there when the leaves change, and they've just had two rhino calves born that I'd love to go see.

Bake something delicious

I used to love baking, but can't remember the last time I made anything. Chronic back pain makes standing and sitting up long enough to cook pretty unbearable, but I want to try and power through and make something delicious this fall. And I'd also like to try making French onion soup again, especially as my sister keeps requesting it.

Buy a cosy new blanket / bedding

I've been making do with a Christmas blanket for a while, so I really need to get a new blanket to curl up with when it's cold. And I'd really love a cosy new bedding set, too. 

Get a hair cut

I must get myself down to the hairdresser's for a hair cut ASAP. It's been over two years since my last hair cut, and my hair is so long and shapeless, I feel like an old hippy. I can't wait to get it chopped off and styled again.

Buy new ankle boots

I've been on the lookout for a new pair of black ankle boots for ages, but still haven't found a pair I like. It's about time I stopped being so fussy and settled on a pair to get me through a/w.

Have a good clear out

I want to continue decluttering my bedroom, and hope to get started on my wardrobe, dressing table, and craft drawers before Christmas. I have too much stuff that doesn't fit me or I don't use anymore, so it's time to let it go.

See Fall Out Boy in November

Fall Out Boy are touring in the UK in November and I'm dying to go see them. I hope I can; they're always amazing live. Here's hoping I can get some last minute tickets for London or Cardiff.

Read Iron Flame and A Curse For True Love

Anyone else looking forward to the release of A Curse for True Love in October, and Iron Flame in November? I can't wait to read them! I'll be clearing my day to read them on their release days.

Make my Animal Crossing island all autumnal

I'm still addicted to Animal Crossing New Horizons (shocker!), and I'm looking forward to making my island look like autumn and Halloween threw up on it. The seasonal aspect to the game is such a fun way to enjoy the seasons.

And those are some of my goals for the next few months. I doubt I'll be able to achieve them all, but I'm looking forward to giving it my best shot.

What's on your to-do-list this autumn?

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