Home Maintenance To-Do List:
Clean the Gutters: It’s not glamorous, but it prevents big headaches later.
Seal the Cracks: Check windows and doors for drafts. Add weather-stripping or caulk.
Check the Furnace: Schedule a tune-up before the first frost, and change your filters.
Trim & Tidy: Prune back bushes and clean up fallen leaves.
Store Outdoor Furniture: Give it a good clean and store it away somewhere it will stay dry.
Switch Out Seasonal Decor: Welcome fall with warmth—think natural elements like pinecones, acorns and muted florals.
Shut Off and Drain Hoses: Disconnect garden hoses and turn off outdoor water lines.
Care for Summer Equipment: Empty fuel from lawn mowers, weed whackers, and tools. Store them properly for easy spring start-up.
Ready Your Winter Tools: Test your snow blower, find gloves and ice scrapers, and stock up on salt and shovels.
Switch to Heavier Bedding: Pull out flannel sheets and quilts, and wash them fresh for cozy nights.
Stewarding Inner Space: Stewardship isn’t just about physical care—it’s about preparing your soul for what’s next. As the days get shorter, reflect on what areas of your life need tidying or rest.
Declutter With Intention: Go room by room and donate what you no longer use. Bless someone else while creating peace in your space.
Set a Spiritual Routine: As you reset your home, consider resetting your prayer life. Light a candle, read a Psalm or create a quiet corner for reflection.
Prepare for Cozy Community: Stock up on cocoa, clean out the guest room or write a few handwritten notes to loved ones. Hospitality starts with thoughtfulness.
Fall is a Season of Preparation—Not Perfection
Let it be a time of grace and a chance to honor the space God has given you. Care for it with intention. You don’t have to do it all, just start with what’s in front of you. Steward well, and you’ll step into winter with a sense of peace, purpose and readiness
