First Day of October

 

That was definitely the case for Pennsylvania.   

I admire the bloggers who have the ability to describe autumn as the most coziest, joyful time of the year.  It truly is a pretty season and it's quite wonderful for those who take appreciation for the cooler temperatures.   Every year at this time my body and mind have trouble adjusting to the temperature change and shorter days.  The other evening I crawled under the covers on the couch and fought the urge to sleep even though I did end up dozing off for a short time.  Our air conditioner has been turned off and we have yet to turn the heat on.  It's the time of year I definitely crave warmth.  Today it's raining outside and I am thankful for no plans aside from housework.

Yesterday we cleared the backyard.  I still have to dig up the garden and that will happen on a dryer day.  I covered the patio couch. 

How depressing this looks.  But I know it won't be long before the hot air comes back and we can uncover it and replant another garden.  

Today, on the 1st of October I'm remembering my grandpa who would have been 99 years old.  In just one week I'll be celebrating my birthday.   The older I get the more appreciative I am about life but the more I miss the time that's gone.  So many of my loved ones have already entered heaven's gates and my own life is just whizzing by.  It's been a bittersweet experiencing watching as my kids are growing up.  The teen years are hard and I often find myself craving to have them little again.  But just like each season of the year, I have to learn to let the past go and grow along with the changes.  It's quite difficult but very much worth it.  

Also, taking a moment to appreciate this old black pug of ours on what I just found out is National Black Dog Day.

They have a day for everything, don't they?

Wishing October blessings apon you, my friend!