Surrendering

I know it is Thursday (because I just checked to make sure), and I know that "Surrendering" could work for a theology post, but this isn't a theological post. My surrender this morning has to do with accepting that it is fall -- whether I like it or not.
On the bright side -- I think I have mowed the field for the last time this year. I may need to hit the yard one more time, but maybe not.

I am still having coffee on the deck this morning -- even with a wake-up temperature of just 44 (7c) degrees. It is a little early to enclose the deck, but I am thinking about doing it now and making an improvised greenhouse so I don't need to move our deck plants inside. The panels that I've used in the past are easily removable for the warm days that will continue to happen, and shorts and t-shirts are always suitable attire for a warm, sunny deck. 
As you can see, it isn't a complete surrender. I will adapt and resist where I can, but still accept that it is going to be colder than I prefer. 

Anyway you look at it -- I have a pretty good life!
I will be working in the yard again today. It is time to bring in some of the potted plants and time to cut back some of the perennials for overwintering. It doesn't contribute anything to society other than keeping me sane and at home. Maybe that is enough for now.

John