Looking towards the Fall

Ok I know it was 100 degrees today with a heat index of 114, but a trip to the store promises things to come...cooler temps and falling leaves.

The local Dollar General has hoodies, flannel pj's and Halloween candy out now.

The kids and I are discussing the upcoming school year. Daniel and Hunter of course will homeschool, but now David is also thinking of homeschooling. And I am thinking of what they will all be learning and what supplies I have and what will be needed.

Seeing the fall items out and the summer items on clearance has in years past brought a sense of sadness to me, but this year, I am feeling a sense of anticipation.

I cannot wait for October, which is my favorite month. I can't wait for warm days, cool nights or even blustery days and frosty nights. I am ready for the leaves to change colors and fall to the Earth. I want to drink hot cocoa and wrap up in a blanket on my front porch.

Also this year in October, the Pagan study group I belong to will be holding a Samhain Carnival Campout. I am seriously looking foward to that.

Summer still has us in it's brutal grip, but the wheel of the year still turns and soon we will be at equinox and then the days will be shorter than the nights. That is my favorite time of year :)

Blessed Be!