The trees steeled themselves against the leaden gray sky like valiant soldiers awaiting battle.  Soft breezes quickly turned to fierce bursts, and the trees became animated and agitated as masses of foliage were ripped violently from their limbs, crashing to the ground. The carefree nature of Fall seemed to have become more solemn and serious as we neared…

  Sailing quietly towards the ground, twirling upon the breeze, leaves began to tumble and drift, peppering the lawn below.  Serene and lovely, mesmerizing and therapeutic, nature was tranquil, wholly at ease.   Technically, this Friday marks the official first day of Fall, and signs are all around us, save for…