Apple picking in New England is a right of passage. When fall rolls around, New England is transformed into an autumn wonderland. The leaves display lovely shades of reds, oranges, and yellows, you start to see pumpkins on the doorsteps of houses, and everything and anything becomes pumpkin spice.

However, one of my favorite things is apple picking. Every fall we go apple picking at Tougas Farm in Massachusetts. There’s something special about New England apple orchards in the fall. It’s not necessarily about just picking apples, but it’s the experience of going to the farm.

My first visit to Tougas this year was with my cousin, Josh, his wife, Jordyn, and their daughter, Evelyn. While Josh grew up in Massachusetts, his family currently lives in Colorado. This made our visit extra exciting, because Evelyn had never been to an apple orchard! When we entered Tougas, the smells of fall filled the air-specifically, fresh apple cider donuts. That was the moment I truly felt like fall had arrived. And what better way than to experience that with family!?

What’s your favorite type of apple?

xoxo,

Rachael

When I walked into the Wilson’s apartment, I was immediately welcomed with love, laughter, and light. Emma, Sam, and puppy Penelope, have created an aesthetic and warm home. However messy it may be sometimes (as Emma was telling me), it does clean up nice. Neutral decorative pieces create a simple backdrop daily activities, and honestly are just inspiring to wake up to. The old mill turned apartment features exposed brick and high ceilings allow the sunlight from the tall windows to flood in and fill the home. It was my honor to capture Emma, Sam, and Penelope in the space that they have made home.

Every season comes with special memories and milestones. If you want to preserve these special moments, and look back with love and laughter for years to come – send me a message! Let’s make some magic.

Xoxo,

Rachael