Dirt Road Adventures: A Hard September Comes To An End
Happy Sunday, and welcome to Dirt Road Adventures! This is where we review all the exciting events behind the scenes, on the website, and the sources of inspiration I discovered online during the past week. This weekly recap ensures you donāt miss any of our adventures here at the end of our Dirt Road.
Hey Friends,
September is usually one of my favorite months. It’s a time to decorate the porch and farmhouse with all my favorite fall thingsāa time for crafting all kinds of new and fun projects. I never knew how hard my surgery recovery would be, and that at almost 6 weeks, I’d still have very little interest in decorating for fall. We had the main part of our house repainted while I was in the hospital, and most of my decor is still scattered and tucked out of sight. I did have Brad bring over some of the fall storage totes, and I had a few moments of inspiration. However, most of the decor is still inside the containers.
I appreciate you allowing me to share my previous favorites on the blog, and your kind comments and encouragement have been a true blessing. As I continue to recover, I appreciate your patience and support. It’s been a hard 6 weeks, and when I’m healed, the chemo will begin again. I’m hopeful that I’ll be able to share many of the holiday ideas I’ve been contemplating in the coming weeks.
Ovarian cancer is certainly a battle, and much more than I bargained for. I hope you will join me in making others aware of ovarian cancer by spreading the word.
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Adventures at the End of the Dirt Road
This is a look back at all my adventures this past week.
In case you missed any of my blog posts, here are a few favorites and two new posts from last week.
In Case You Missed It
Perfect No Bake Energy Bars
Looking for a healthy snack thatās a good source of protein and a quick pick-me-up. Keep these energy bars in your freezer. They were a lifesaver after my surgery. I had very little appetite, and these were the one thing that I enjoyed eating.
Delicious Air-Fried Green Tomatoes With Remoulade Sauce
Looking for an easy, mess-free way to make fried green tomatoes? Here is a healthy recipe for air-fried green tomatoes, accompanied by a delicious remoulade sauce.
Easy DIY Rustic Mushroom Wreath: Dollar Tree Mushroom Decor
Want to add a touch of woodland charm to your fall decor? Get on board with fall mushroom decor, one of the seasonās hottest trends.
How To Upcycle Old Books For A Unique Pumpkin Craft Idea For Fall
Looking for a unique pumpkin craft idea for fall decorating? You can create these DIY pumpkins using upcycled old book craft ideas for a budget-friendly project. All you need are old book pages, Dollar Tree foam pumpkins, and hot glue…
15+ Decorative Bowl Filler Ideas For Creative Fall Decor
Hey friends, Iāve been sprinkling in touches of fall decor around the farmhouse. One of my favorite ways to decorate is to fill my thrifted bowls and containers with inexpensive decorative bowl fillers.
6 Easy DIY Ways To Decorate A Dollar Tree Pumpkin Frame This Year
Are you a Dollar Tree junky? I canāt resist filling my cart with seasonal decor, such as this yearās Dollar Tree pumpkin frames. Dollar Tree Craft projects are a great way to add a festive touch to your home for fall without spending a lot of money.
Adventures Off The Dirt Road
Why Didn’t I Think of That?
There are so many wonderful blog posts each week, and Iām sharing some of my favorites with you today.
There are so many creative ideas, and I’m always asking myself, “Why didn’t I think of that”? LOL
- I’ve always wanted to restore an old home, but it was never in the cards. But instead, I get to live vicariously through articles like KariAnne’s Before and After Historic Home Tour. It’s also an amazing story.
- My friend Wendy shared How to use a Thrifted Basket for fall door decor.
- I hope you’ll read CoCo’s Thoughts on Stewarding, which she shared along with a Fall Home Tour.
CoCo also shared this quote, and I wanted to share it with you.
I appreciate you and look forward to sharing my next adventures with you.
I just want to wish you well while going through all this. Bless you keep trying, it must be so hard for you. I hope the next leg of this journey will be alittle easier on you and that the end results will be wonderful. Fingers crossed all is well. xx
Janette,
Thank you so much for your well wishes and encouragement. I appreciate you so much. Have a blessed week.
Hi Rachel, l always look forward and love your posts, however if it gets too much for you to do it on a regular basis. Donāt worry, you went thru a lot, take all the time you need to recover. It was a big operation, we all understand. Take care of yourself, you have a loving husband and a sweet dog by your side. And all of us, wishing you the best. Love Edna
Edna,
Thank you for your sweet message and for your support. It’s so hard to be inactive for this length of time. I appreciate that you are still following along and I’m blessed to have your well wishes.
Rachel I know you are not yet tippy-top but time and faith will bring you where you need to be. The protein thing I hear you, try Atkins protein shakes. They have different flavors even coffee latte choices. They taste good Not like ensure and Atkins is higher in protein. That way you don’t have to try and eat so much of it. I have even found a project you could do. Wendy’s basket arrangement was pretty but she has a link to a rope wreath and it looks simple and won’t take a lot of energy. Maybe you are missing your creative side and the wreath looks calming, easy yet so nice when finished. Just a though, but do try the Atkins nutritional drinks. Sending you hugs and prayers for a break through.
Diana,
Thank you for the suggestions. I’ve added the shakes to Brad’s grocery list. I appreciate you more than you’ll ever know. Your encouragement is so uplifting.
I look forward to reading your progress everyday, and I am lifting you up and praying for a complete recovery! Sending you love, peace, and gentle hugs from Tennessee.
Miche,
I appreciate your prayers and uplifting words. I appreciate you so much.
Hi Rachel- I hope you continue to rest and that your energy and inspiration will return. Iām planning on sharing one of your fall DIYs in my upcoming Unboxing Post this weekend. Sending hugs and healing energy your way!
Anna,
I appreciate this so much. Thank you for sharing.
Hey Rachel, your blog is like a warm cup of coffee on a fall morning ā always there when you need it! Seriously, though, your courage is inspiring, and your post about ovarian cancer awareness is a reminder that even amidst the chaos of blog posts about air-fried green tomatoes and Dollar Tree crafts, life has its battles. Your energy bar recipe sounds like a lifeline for anyone whos ever survived surgery on a diet of ice chips ā keep sharing those recipes, theyre gold! And dont worry if you miss a post here and there; were all just happy to follow along on your journey, whether its through healing or just figuring out how to make green tomatoes look fancy. Keep up the great work, and remember, were all rooting for youāno matter if youre upcycling books or battling cancer, youve got this! šÄįŗæm ngĘ°į»£c ngĆ y thi
Thank you for this uplifting message. I appreciate your encouragement and good thoughts.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with all of us, Rachel. I know it hasn’t been easy. I’m so proud of the way you’re handing the good days and the not so great days. It inspires me all the time. Always remember your season of waiting is not a waste. One day, it will be fertile ground for a divine message that only you can tell. Thank you so sharing my Fall porch. I really appreciate it! Sending you so much love and adding my prayers to the thousands whow are lifting you up, CoCo
CoCo,
Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. I appreciate all of your support during this hard journey I’ve been on.
Rachel!
You are doing so well! You are a fighter and the fight youāre in IS TOUGH! Iām so proud of you and love hearing from you each post and lift you up in prayer each time I read Dirt Road Adventures! Hang in there. We are all cheering you on and are so proud of the amazing effort you are putting into getting well. You are so brave and kind to share your story. I am reminded of, āLet us run with perseverance the race set out for us ā from Hebrews 12:1 as you share your updates. Thank you! Cheers to you and Brad and of course, loads of prayers!
Hugsnlove,
Katy
Katy,
Thank you so much for your support and prayers. I’m doing much better both physically and mentally this week. I appreciate you so much.
Heh, reading through this makes me want to ditch the office and head straight for a dirt road, maybe stop at the Dollar Tree first! Those energy bars sound like the perfect pick-me-up after staring at spreadsheets all day. And while Im dreaming, can I borrow Rachels talent for finding DIY magic? My house is still decorated like I live in a regular old farmhouse, not a charming one on the end of a dirt road! Thanks for the laughs and the inspiration, even if Im mostly just here for the cute fall decor ideas I probably wont actually attempt for another year. Keep sharing the adventures!Roblox grow a garden calculator
Thank you for your sweet comments and encouragement. Have a blessed day.