Time to get out those warm woolies, fall is finally here. It’s hard to believe that Monday I was wearing shorts, a tank top and running the air conditioning and just yesterday I dug out my sweatpants and sweatshirt.
Topaz Lake
I have waited all summer long for fall to arrive. It’s hard to believe it’s finally arrived. Daytime temperatures have dipped down to the 7o’s and next week the weather reports are calling for temperatures in the mid to high 60’s during the day, dipping into the 40’s overnight.
I spoke with my mother yesterday and she said the leaves in Michigan are beginning to change. I don’t think there is anything more amazing in nature than seeing the dramatic change of colors each fall in the midwest. It’s always been my favorite time of year.
It’s not quite the same but I try to make a trip up Highway 108 east, each year to see the fall colors. Making the drive all the way to Topaz Lake is the best this time of year. There you will find some amazing trees in full color — red, orange, yellow and shades in between.
It’s a wonderfully peaceful drive this time of year. Be sure to leave early in the day if you decide to make the trip. It’s a lonely stretch of road this time of year that can be intimidating after dark. Besides, you’ll want to arrive during the daylight hours, to enjoy the wonderful sights.
Fall is a terrific time of year to get outside and enjoy nature, take a hike or a bike ride and listen to the fall sounds of wind, leaves and birds. You’ll be glad you took the time.
