Enjoying What There is to Enjoy

Okay, okay I'm conceding.  Pumpkin spice is back, giddy school girls have wrapped themselves in scarves and boots, and my toes froze the last two times I attempted flip flops.  I suppose fall has arrived and while I enjoy fall just fine- I always claw to every last summer moment.

I've been determining over and over to "enjoy what there is to enjoy", meaning that no matter how turbulent aspects of life may be- I refuse to let turbulence rob me of the sweet moments.  I spent summer soaking up play time with my kids, sunrises alone on the patio, and most Thursdays exploring parks with nieces, nephews, friends, and sisters.  

 As we usher in October, I suppose "enjoy what there is to enjoy" means routine, soccer practice in the rain, and homework over apples and cheese in the afternoon.  I will enjoy what there is to enjoy here, too.  But before I do, a few of our soak up the sun moments...