Coming Attractions

It's only the first week of September, but autumn is already starting to peak through. Typically we're plagued with an indian summer swelter through the middle of the month, but so far September has been blissfully cool. There are several little orange leaves peppering the driveway and (still green) yard. Starbucks has the pumpkin spice latte back on the menu. And, perhaps a final farewell to my childhood summers, we've had our swimming pool removed. There's a big crater in the backyard now, which the dogs are having a blast with.

Anyway, I'm thankful for autumn's early appearance, although I hope it's not the harbinger of an early winter. Last winter was brutal, and I'm hoping for a more mild one this year.