seasons all year round, and to see snow was something to look forward to if given the chance. Every time somebody we know goes to the cold countries, the first thing we usually ask is if they have seen snow. I was very excited myself when I experienced my first snow fall. But little did I know that there is something better. And that is Autumn.

That is one of the things I look forward to every year. And the leaves…. oh the leaves! When they change color from green to the different hues of orange, red, yellow and brown – just glorious. When they do fall from the trees and cover the ground, it was like having a new carpet, only outside the house. The sound of the crisp, dry leaves as you take each step is like music to the ears. The cool air gives relief after weeks of the hot and humid summer.

For us here in Northern Michigan, the best time to go out for a drive is in the fall. We could drive for hours just to see different Autumn palettes. It is a wonder how different areas have more red colors, others have mostly yellow, while some areas have all the reds, yellows and oranges. True it is, this season is another proof of a really good miracle.