There is a definite change in the season. The days are getting shorter, with the evening darkness starting close to dinner time. After a few days of warm weather, dark clouds gathered in the sky and there were intermittent showers with some heavier rain and wind two nights ago. This morning the the sun is shining, but there is a chill and the air feels crisp and clear. On the coast, however, is a layer of fog hiding the ocean waves.
Bright orange pumpkins are appearing everywhere in empty lots used for pumpkin patches. My local garden shop sent out a flyer that it is time to plant onions and garlic. My mail is full of requests for charitable donations for Thanksgiving. All around the neighborhood are announcements of festivals. The pace is picking up.
The other day, when the view of the ocean was crispy clear, a huge air craft carrier could be seen on the horizon sailing northward, making it's way into the Bay. Then yesterday, after a loud screechy roar was heard overhead, black sleek planes streaked across the cloudy sky giving an ominous feeling after the morning showers.
What was happening--are we being invaded? These signs bring back memories. Oh yes--I remember. It's October and the beginning of Fleet Week and acrobats by the Blue Angels. Maybe I'll check it out this weekend on the Bay.
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