Growing up, of which I’m still attempting the mastery, always starred September as an entry point to Fall and relaxing temperatures. The air featured more cooling breaks, football was in play, sweaters emerged, and it was a much more pleasant segue from Texas heat. My favorite time of year. And while “global warming” has raised the temperature range, we can usually anticipate cooler comfort in our 4th calendar quarter.
I’m NOT a snow and ice person, but I love the gentling of Fall with changing leaves, milder temps and the smells of burning firewood as homeowners flex their winter instincts. The following images capture several of my seasonal memories. They’ll remind you of many of your own. ENJOY!
The aspen starting to change on a Colorado stream-side trail…
A delightful drive through Western Massachusetts…
A stunning vista near Snowmass, Colorado…
An image from 4+ decades as Graham and Clayton enjoy the warm sun juxtaposition against the snow-clad Maroon Bells outside of Aspen…
My son and hero Clayton climbing up this treacherous glacier to save all in his path from many dangers. You’d be mistaken if you think the apparent paved space below his left foot represents the parking lot of the Rocky Mountain National Park Information Center. We might have accidentally stopped for chili…
Seasonal fare in front of the Inn of the Anasazi…Santa Fe…
The stunning array of New Mexico colors at Ten Thousand Waves…Santa Fe…
AND, IN CLOSING…
Wishing you cooler temps, colorful leaves, warmer hearts, friendlier politics, healthy families and more opportunities to rise to our many occasions as our better selves…
