On a happier note- it is actually autumnal here this week. Seriously. The highs have been in the mid-seventies. We have had lows down in the lower fifties some days. I've been able to leave the windows open. (Don't laugh- this is a big deal in south Florida- land of air conditioning!) Delightful ( Read more... )

Normally it bothers me greatly when seasonal rites start early. And they seem to be starting earlier and earlier each year. It isn't even Halloween nowadays when the Christmas decorations are in stores and festive songs are played in the mall. School started on the 16th here for kids and I was disturbed by this fact, even though I have no ( Read more... )