November is here

Favorite tree in full color

 Yesterday when John dropped me off at Cornwall Park and I took my usual route home, I saw that my favorite maple tree has finally turned color. When I walked past it on October 20 and took a picture, the leaves were lighter but not one had gained any color. Not so yesterday: I was thrilled that I was able to capture the tree now, before we get an expected windstorm with lots of rain. A typical scenario that leads to the loss of many of these beautiful colorful leaves.

Today I also drove the few blocks to my usual hairstylist. It had been almost two months since my last cut, and I was more than a little desperate for relief. I also asked her to cut it a little shorter in the back, since it seems like no time at all before it's hanging off my collars. It's just right, but it sure seems like my hair grows faster in the cooler weather. But maybe it's just that I don't notice it as much. Frankly, I can no longer see what it looks like from the mirror; all I can see it the vague outline of the new cut. Very disappointing to be losing my sight like this, but what can be done about it? I can still see well enough to walk to the bus, write these posts, and basically do my volunteer activities at the Senior Center. For now, I am quite happy with my life and physical condition.

Tomorrow I have my weekly yoga class at the Senior Center. I look forward to it every week and am glad the class is in the morning. I could go to the Monday session, too, but it doesn't even start until 2:00 pm and considering the bus ride, I would be coming home in the dark, now that we are back on Pacific Standard Time.

So, here I am settling into my favorite easy chair and feeling the lack of a beer. Forgot to check whether that little treat would be available; I'll be just fine without it,  but instead I'll find something to enjoy, like lemonade. Life is good right now.

(smile)