Now that the weather is finally getting cooler in Charlotte, I'm finding myself wanting that always-comforting afternoon cup of coffee more and more. You know the one--it's usually paired with another chapter of whatever book you're reading or, if you're me right now, an embarrassing number of episodes of Gilmore Girls on Netflix.

Yesterday, Rob was able to work from home so we sat on the couch in the afternoon and drank coffee together. It was so nice, with the window to the deck open; just spending time together on a Monday. Those little moments tend to be my favorite.

Recently Lavazza sent me some more coffee, as well as a bottle of caramel syrup and a milk frother! I would love to be able to tell you that I resisted the caramel, but let's face it--does anyone not like caramel? I rarely ever sweeten my coffee, so it was a nice treat yesterday. I do regularly heat up some almond milk and froth it to make luxurious, homemade cafe au laits, which I totally love.

What's your favorite way to have coffee?

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Happy Monday! It's been a while since I've shared some photos around here, so I thought I'd fill you in this morning! Here's a quick look at life according to my phone's camera roll.

1. The station in our neighborhood. We just hop on and take a quick ride into the city.
2. I have no idea what happens in this building, but I love walking past it.
3. Our cozy new bed in our cozy new bedroom! Getting a king was one of the best decisions we've ever made.
4. Monday morning grocery shops.
5. Went to Roanoke for a weekend at the end of September to celebrate Patrick's sister's baby shower!
6. Charlotte looking blue as can be one morning last week.
7. Coffee dates with Rob.
8. Finally changed my name, five whole months after the wedding.
9. A gorgeous rainy hike yesterday morning.

What has life looked like in your world recently?

Life Lately According to Instagram is a once(ish)-monthly feature in which I showcase my favorite Instagram shots. You can follow along with me in real time if you'd like--I'm @mflynnpete.

Happy Friday! I've been fighting off a cold all week, so I've been kind of out of it the past few days. Thankfully I woke up this morning feeling a little better, so I plan to go on a walk (I haven't run since last week!), have some coffee, and clean the apartment, and catch up on a few things around here.

Tonight we're having dinner with Rob's parents, and then we have plans with friends in the area all weekend. We've spent the past two weekends doing a lot of nothing, so I'm excited to be busy for a change.

How was your week? What are you up to this weekend? I hope you have a good one!

Photo by Winona Grey.