Autumn Rain

It's been a typical fall day: brief glimpses of sunshine between rain showers. And colder. I stayed in bed longer than I should have this morning. I did because I could, and I take advantage of it when I can. Did I mention it was colder? Not as cold as Winter in a snowy clime can be. No, not yet. But it is coming.

I was glad that I was home today. My neighbor up the road called to ask if I could give her a ride to the garage to pick up her car. Her Mercury needed an alignment and was finally ready. Of course I said yes. I was happy to do it; she's been a great friend for years, and is an excellent neighbor. After dropping her off I hung around in town for a half hour or so and picked up a gallon of milk, filled up the car with gas and then bought a Subway sandwich for dinner. No, that doesn't seem particularly exciting, but this little town doesn't have many thrills to speak of. Although it rained off and on throughout the ride to and from town, it was good to get out and about for an unhurried, non-stressful trip. I didn't have to be anywhere at any set time so it was a really pleasant drive.

The leaves on the trees here in the Northeast are literally ablaze with color! Within the last week these cold nights and sunny days have prompted the poplar, maple, beach, etc., to change their summer green into crimson, orange, and yellow. They're dazzling. Although I do admit I'm not thrilled with the coming of winter, I do enjoy this part of the transition. Deep down though, I'm already secretly yearning for spring. :-)