My old friends clouds and rain have returned. As fall approaches I feel an awakening, not only of the earth but in myself, as winter always seems more alive to me than summer.
Summer has been a productive time, however. We transformed our back yard from a small strip of grass to almost no grass, with garden beds overflowing with tomatoes, herbs, and towering sunflowers. The tomatoes are still giving, with no end in sight. It has also become a bird haven and tiny frog refuge, and that makes me so happy. Just a few weeks ago, aside from the bathrooms, I finished painting the entire interior of our house. It's a small, enclosed-feeling house, and lightening it up has made me feel like I can breathe.
Until next time ~