It's fall. Get over it.

Ok, I cave.  It's October and I've resisted long enough.  As much as I love fall in New England I'm always a little reluctant to admit to myself that summer is over.  But after this past week it's difficult to ignore. There is a subtle briskness to the air, the days are noticeably shorter, and I have finally resorted to retiring the flip flops... [DEEP BREATHS]... Yes, my friends it's time to buck up and embrace fall with open arms.  And if you're like me that means... BRING ON THE PUMPKIN SPICE!!!!

Mother nature is a frikkin genius.  I mean what better way to lure us willingly into the season than a delicious, fragrant, indulgent treat that is reserved for just such an occasion?  Seriously... Genius.  No wonder she's in charge. No surprise, this one is definitely a winner.  Sweet, chewy, spicy, hearty... I mean, what's not to love?  But unlike that $5 latté we all drool over this time of year, this guy is both satisfying and healthful—and most importantly won't end in a sugar crash.

So although this weekend my apple picking plans have been thwarted by the impending rain, I refuse to let that dampen my spirit.  I am determined to get my fall on.  And I'm not messing around. One 15oz can of pureed pumpkin is enough to make 15 portions of this delicious breakfast take-along treat.  Lucky for me I have no shortage of mason jars on hand so I'm pre-making breakfasts for the whole fam-damly this week!

Watch out fall, here we come!

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