Well, here we are, on the first day of autumn.  I can’t hardly believe that the summer is over, though I can’t say I’m sorry for it.  It was a season of struggle for me.  Struggle and grief, and hope and change. 

• I’ve lost 25 pounds this summer. 
• I’ve lost my dog this summer. 
• I’ve gained some hope for the future, hope that change we want is as possible as change we don’t want is inevitable, and inscrutable. 
• I’ve gained a little confidence in my ability to weather crisis, accept loss.
• I’ve gained some lines and wrinkles around my eyes, and couldn’t care less.  So it goes.

How about you?