Fall hodgepodge

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 1). It's officially fall y'all. In the norther hemisphere anyway. Any signs of it where you are? What's your favorite thing about this time of year? The leaves are beginning to change here on the coast of Massachusetts. Pinecones and acorns are dropping and so are the temperatures. I have had to get my sweaters out of storage. I know I am in the minority here but I love the earlier evenings. It's just so cozy and I don't feel so terrible about going to bed early. 2). Have you visited any "falls" in person? I have done some hikes and seen a few very minor waterfalls but nothing that anyone would really talk about. 3). What's something you'll miss about summer? Being able to run outdoors without having to put on shoes, a coat, hat and mittens. Also, open windows and fresh air. 4). A favorite fall recipe? Oh my goodness so many! Cooking in the fall is my very favorite! I eat mostly plant-based now but I love to roast squash and othe