Gentle Transitions to Fall

September...as a young schoolgirl, I was accustomed to chalkboards and books entering in just after Labor Day. So, it is natural that my thoughts now turn toward fall. I have already confessed to my love for this season which compels me forward, ...though the calendar still gives us 20 more days until all is official! This past weekend, I gently moved in the autumn direction. The summer wreath on my front door became sunflowers and raffia; the family room mantel was changed completely from picture to foliage; my toes went from cherry red to terra cotta; and I made selected wardrobe edits. My bright orange pieces went away and I...