THE COLORS OF OCTOBER

Orange, rust, gold, crimson, yellow, and brown, are the beautiful colors of the fall foliage we usually see in October.

Not this year though. There is little of it and what there is appears dull and drab.

A large maple tree in my backyard is usually brilliant with color, but this year as it started to turn the leaves fell before reaching their peak hues.

I don't know the reason for the lackluster show. It could be all the rain we experienced this season. Who knows the cause, all I can say is I miss the spectacular array.

October is the month for pumpkins, corn maize tours, hay rides, cider, hot chocolate, crisp apples, World Series, football, and Halloween.

 The weather is cool in the morning and evening, sunny, warm afternoons. The sky is azure blue with white cotton candy clouds.

October is also the month when we get the news about our health care premiums for the next year. It seems I've heard that the Healthcare Act (also known as Obamacare) was supposed to reduce costs. I'm not sure exactly what they meant by that statement. I don't know whose costs they referenced or what country. All I know is our premiums as well as Medicare premiums are rising, both of which we pay out of pocket.

On a happy note, all the rain made for a great pumpkin and squash harvest. So find a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and let the kids loose to select their prize pumpkin. Mom can pick a pumpkin to make a pie...if she feels so inclined.

That will be a joyful experience.