So yesterday was officially the first day of fall but around Texas not many people get too excited about it. Why? Because though it may officially be fall for us it is still summer. Or at least according to our temperatures, LOL. It is really hard to get into that fall feeling when you are still experiencing temperatures in the high 90's outside. All of the stores are displaying their fall apparel, home goods, coffees, etc. but I have a very hard time getting into that fall spirit when we are all still wearing shorts, sandals, and our air conditioners are cycling non stop. Don't get me wrong. I love the crisp fall air, decorating for fall, drinking a hot pumpkin spice Latte with an extra help of whipped creme on top but not when it is 90 plus degree outside. Here is the forecast for the area of Texas that I live in through the first part of October.
Our trees in Texas, at least in our area do not turn colors until at least November. Pumpkins are about the only fall colors that you will see outdoors that will scream, "It is fall!" And of course, in
Texas everything is bigger and better. LOL. This picture was not taken by me but was taken at
the Dallas Arboretum during their wonderful Autumn at the Arboretum. They have a fantastic
display of pumpkins highlighted in their nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village which
features pumpkin houses and so much more. It really is amazing!
Even though our temperatures may still be high, pollen counts may be through the roof, and our leaves may be weeks away from changing colors and falling I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Texas is HOME!
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