winter is upon us.

i can feel it creeping in.  slow and steady.  the last of the leaves are falling.  there is an undeniable chill in the air. darkness falls earlier and earlier.  i am ready to light the fireplace.  warm cups of tea, cider, and coffee are in abundance.  i am parking in the garage again.  every so often there is a glimpse of tiny white flakes blowing on the breeze. the time has come for snuggling up under cozy blankets. although i may regret it come march, i am ready to welcome winter and say goodbye to the final days of autumn.