I have been in a bit of a writing rut, kicking around ideas for what to say next. As winter came and has yet to leave, my words slowed down. My creative plans slowed down. In fact, many things slowed down.

The autumn season sets the scene for several topics to reflect on as we approach months that remind us of holidays, traditions, loved ones, cycles, change, comforting recipes, and, if you live anywhere in North America (except Arizona (1) and Hawaii), the “fall back” to standard time.

My neighborhood recently hosted a little summer concert series, and it has been altogether lovely.