do not get the gorgeous array of color changes in foliage like the northern United States seem to, we do get to experience a mild change and see some of nature’s beauty unfold before our eyes.  The air is so much crisper, cleaner and the rustle of the leaves just makes you want to roll around in them or toss them into the air and watch them fall around you while giggling like a child again.  Most of the autumn season is typically spent outdoors for my family.  We have many weekend parties with grilling, games in the backyard and lounging around our chimney come night fall.  In addition, autumn for us means a lot more time spent out on our motorcycle and rides along the river are a favorite for us this time of year.  Autumn is also my favorite time of year because it means the weather is just right for planting this year’s herb and spice garden in a myriad of clay pots on my back patio.  I love the pleasure I get from working the soil and holding the earth in my hands.   I feel like a fine chef when I step outside and snipping a fresh cut off of an herb from my very own garden to season and flavor my family’s next meal.   

Between pumpkin picking at a local farm which wouldn’t be complete without a hay ride, Halloween with all it’s of funny costumes,  trick or treating and..