
The beautiful colors of autumn are beginning to show themselves, oblivious to the pathogen affecting everyone on the planet, whether the inhabitants accept or ignore reality. The confluence of a deadly pandemic, ineffective handling of said contagion, and the state of social unrest here in the USA has resulted in a season of uncertainty and distress unlike any we’ve endured in my lifetime. I am making a point of appreciating those bright oranges, yellows, and reds that confirm the continued rhythms of life, reminding me the earth will continue to rotate on its axis as it orbits the sun.