Happy Fall, Ya'll Play Dough Kit

My sister is going to be really mad at me for saying this, but IT'S FALL, you guys.  I know this because I saw scarecrows and indian corn at Hobby Lobby last week and my calendar says it's September.  Both of those things mean IT IS FALL, Naomi.  Nevermind all that Autumn Equinox and astronomical season mumbo-jumbo - Starbucks is selling Pumpkin Spice Lattes, so...  

 In other news, I am unbelievably behind on blogging.  I know this because these play dough pictures are from LAST YEAR at this time, and I still haven't posted them.  #momlife

Our family just loves play dough kits, and this one was no different.  I make them for me because I love to dream up a theme and pull cute things together in organized compartments.  I also make them for me because they usually buy me full hours of quiet time while the kids are content to create play dough masterpieces.  I make them for the kids because sensory play is good and healthy, and because I want to encourage creativity in our home.  And, in general, I think it's good for all of us to celebrate seasons - to be mindful of them and to lean into their natural rhythms.  Maybe a silly play dough kit is one way to do that sort of thing. 

Happy FALL, ya'll...