Fall in Wisconsin

The weather in Wisconsin is always interesting--the temperatures and weather patterns can change at the drop of a hat. But fall in Wisconsin needs to be experienced! The crisp smell as you crunch fallen leaves underfoot during a walk in the woods, the smell of a burning pile of leaves, the unseasonably warm spells and the cold snaps that make warm tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich taste all the better. Is there anything better than Badger football or Green Bay Packer football? The annual ritual of raking leaves to the curb, only to see the neighbor's unraked leaves blow onto your property for disposal. :-( We saw our temps fall from 72 degrees Farenheit to 35 degrees Farenheit this week. The winds kicked up my neat pile of leaves at the curb and squirrels are rooting around in the yard to store their finds for winter. The vivid leaf colors of brillant red, dull orange, muted shades of yellow. Yes, I love living in Wisconsin. Especially this time of year!

Walk of Shame in Beautiful Wisconsin

I was out walking my Havanese this morning before mass and encountered three young men at various points during the walk returning to their apartments. Mussed hair, wrinkled clothing...the early morning walk of shame back from their girl friend's place. (making assumptions here.) It ended up being a beautiful day today in SE Wisconsin. 63 degrees at 3 p.m. which is rare. I'm inside though watching the Green Bay Packers play the St. Louis Rams. One minute left in the game and they are winning 30 - 13. Love it when my Packers win! Since we did all of the outside work yesterday, I plan on just enjoying myself today and taking it easy.