Homes with Bliss Team - Serving North Texas & Southern Oklahoma

09/30/2026

🎃🍂 SAVE THIS: Your 2026 Local Pumpkin Patch Guide! 🍂🎃

Pumpkin season has arrived in North Texas, and there are some great places around Grayson & Collin Counties to make those sweet fall memories! 🧡

📍 GRAYSON COUNTY

🎃 Big Orange Pumpkin Farm at Preston Trail Farms | Gunter
📅 Sept. 19 – Nov. 25
⏰ Open daily | 8 AM – 8 PM
🌾 Hayrides • Hay Maze • Petting Farm • Roping Pen • Photo Ops
🎟 Weekdays: $12 | Weekends: $15
Weekday admission includes a small pumpkin, and weekend admission includes the Farm Train!

🎃 Elves Christmas Tree Farm & Pumpkin Patch | Denison
📅 Every weekend in October beginning Oct. 3
⏰ Saturdays | 10 AM – 5 PM
⏰ Sundays | 1 PM – 5 PM
🚜 Hayrides • Maze • Farm Zoo • Hay Jump • Dress-a-Scarecrow • Pumpkins & Gourds
🎟 Pumpkin Tour: $15 and includes activities + one pumpkin
🎟 Ride Along Tour: $10 and includes activities without a pumpkin

🎃 Grayson Farms Camping & Events | Bells
📅 Pumpkin Patch returning October 2026
🌾 A smaller, country-style farm experience in Bells with seasonal events, a country store, garden/orchard setting and plenty of Texas countryside charm.
👉 Their website currently lists the Pumpkin Patch for October, with additional event details to come.

📍 COLLIN COUNTY

🎃 Sunset Trail Farm | McKinney
📅 Sept. 25 – Nov. 8 | Friday–Sunday
⏰ Friday & Saturday | 9 AM – 7 PM
⏰ Sunday | 11 AM – 7 PM
🌻 Pumpkins • Fall Photo Ops • Kid-Sized Hay Maze • Pumpkin Bowling • Duck Races • Farm Animals • Roping Pen • Games • Weekend Farm Train
🎟 Online: $12 Friday | $13 Saturday & Sunday
Reservations are recommended!

🎃 Pumpkins on the Prairie | Frisco
📅 Oct. 3 – Oct. 31
⏰ Monday–Friday | 2–7 PM
⏰ Saturday | 10 AM–7 PM
⏰ Sunday | 11:30 AM–7 PM
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
🎃 Pumpkin Patch • Bounce House • Hay Labyrinth • Scavenger Hunt • Pumpkin Play Area • Weekend Activities
And yes...they even have a PUMPKIN TREBUCHET! 😂🎃💨

Dates, hours, activities and pricing are subject to change, so be sure to check with each location before heading out.

09/29/2026

🍂🍎 COZY FALL RECIPE: Maple Apple Pork Chops 🍎🍂

There’s just something about the combination of warm apples, maple and cinnamon that makes the kitchen feel like fall! 🏡🤎 And the best part? This cozy dinner is simple enough for a busy weeknight!

🥩 You’ll Need:
• 4 boneless pork chops
• 2 apples, sliced 🍎
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp maple syrup 🍁
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Salt & pepper

🍳 To Make:
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, then brown in butter for 4–5 minutes per side, or until they reach 145°F. Remove and keep warm.
Add the apples, maple syrup and cinnamon to the same skillet and cook until tender. Spoon those warm, buttery maple apples right over the pork chops and enjoy! 😋

Simple. Cozy. And just right for fall. 🍁🧡

09/27/2026

🍂😂 THINGS WE PRETEND ARE FALL IN TEXAS & OKLAHOMA 😂🍂

The calendar says fall… so naturally, we’re going with it. 🤣

🎃 Pumpkins are on the porch.
☕ Fall drinks are officially acceptable.
🍂 The house is decorated in all the cozy things.
🕯️ Fall candles are burning.
🧥 We consider wearing a sweater…

Then we step outside and Mother Nature says, “Not so fast, it's still 85 degrees!” ☀️😂

But hey, we’re committed to the season—even if the weather isn’t! 🍁🤎

What’s the most “fall” thing you’ve done while it was still HOT outside? 👇😂

09/25/2026

🏡 It’s More Than Houses. It’s Relationships. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Real estate is a relationship business. 🏡❤️ While our clients are always at the heart of what we do, we also build relationships with builders, lenders, inspectors, contractors, title companies, and so many other professionals along the way.

That’s why this review from a builder sales representative who works with hundreds of Realtors®, meant so much to me. 🥹

💬 “Bliss has to be one of the most talented & prepared Realtors that I have worked with... Her patience and her determination to find a forever home for her clients made her stick out in the real estate industry. Hands down a top Realtor in TX.”

What a compliment! ❤️ To have someone who works alongside Realtors every day recognize the preparation, patience, and genuine care I try to bring to my clients is something I’m incredibly grateful for.

It’s never just about selling a house—it’s about serving people well and building relationships along the way. 🏡🔑

09/24/2026

🍂🎃 Your DFW Fall Bucket List is HERE! 🎃🍂

Fall in North Texas means cooler evenings, pumpkins everywhere, festivals, fair food, and plenty of reasons to get out and make some memories! 🧡🍁

From the State Fair of Texas 🎡 and the gorgeous pumpkin displays at the Dallas Arboretum 🎃 to balloon festivals 🎈, Oktoberfests 🥨, haunted houses 👻, and good old-fashioned farm fun 🚜—there’s a little something for everyone this season!

📌 Save this list and start planning your fall adventures around DFW!

And a special thank you to Allegiance Title Company for putting together the original DFW Fall Bucket List that inspired this graphic! 🧡

Happy Fall, y’all! 🍂🏡✨

09/23/2026

🏡 Are Mortgage Rates Really as High as You Think? 🤔

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for mortgage rates to come down, this might surprise you…

📊 According to a recent survey, nearly HALF of prospective homebuyers believe mortgage rates are higher than they actually are — and a whopping 72% say they’ve delayed their home search while waiting for rates to improve.

But here’s the thing: rates have actually been relatively steady lately. 📉 And waiting for the “perfect” rate could mean putting your homeownership plans on hold longer than necessary.

There are also options buyers may not realize are available, including:

🏠 Down payment assistance programs
💰 Discount points to potentially lower your rate
🔑 Different loan programs with varying qualification requirements

And remember — you can refinance a mortgage rate later, but you can’t go back and buy the house you loved after someone else has bought it. ❤️

Before deciding that now isn’t the right time, talk with a knowledgeable lender AND your REALTOR® to find out what buying actually looks like for you.

📲 Thinking about buying in North Texas or Southern Oklahoma? Rick and I would be happy to help you explore your options!

Source: NAR REALTOR® News Daily / SmartBrief, “What buyers may be getting wrong about mortgage rates,” August 28, 2026.

09/21/2026

🏡✨ CAN YOU GUESS THE PRICE? ✨🏡
This new construction home in Greenville, Texas packs a lot into 1,175 square feet! 👀🔑

🛏️ 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 1,175 Sq. Ft.
🚗 2-Car Garage
✨ Built in 2025
🏡 New Construction

So… what do you think the price is? 🤔💰

A. $227,400
B. $253,900
C. $355,000
D. $427,000

👇 Drop your guess — A, B, C, or D — in the comments! And no peeking! 😉😂

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09/21/2026

Get in there!!

Finke Farms Beef offers a delightful ranch-to-table experience, providing locally grown and high-quality beef that will tantalize your family and guests this weekend.

Our impressive selection includes a variety of beef cuts to suit every taste:

- Steaks
- Patties
- Sliders
- Brats
- Hotdogs
- Ribs
- Ground Beef
- Roasts
- Brisket
- Specialty Cuts
- Bundles
- Tallow
- Beef Sticks

Visit our store today, where we’ll be open until 4:00 p.m.

Choosing local beef means forging a connection with the people and families who work hard to bring you this exceptional product.

When you bring Finke Farms beef to your table, you’re supporting real people, real work, and a family farm dedicated to doing things the right way.

Each package represents early mornings, meticulous decisions, and profound respect for the land, animals, and families we serve.

Your unwavering support is crucial in maintaining the strength of local farming, allowing us to continue sharing our high-quality beef with our community.

We are grateful for your continued support as we make Finke Farms a cherished part of your dinners, cookouts, and family traditions.

Our store is conveniently located at 400 S Armstrong Ave, Denison, TX.

Here are our store hours:
- Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday and Monday: Closed