The signs are pretty clear. The way my sandals no longer suffice, an occasional leaf dropping from the tree, and of course, college football has started.
It just might be that time of year, it just might be Fall. Although by the calender, Fall doesn't truly take its position for almost another three weeks (September 23rd), come on' people lets face the facts and enjoy it.
I love the fall. It's chilly enough that it is easy to get warm, a different shade of scenery emerges on the trees, and the cool weather starts to slow everyone down a bit. Almost as if we are getting ready for some sort of hibernation...
Labor-day weekend marked the official end of summer for me. Time to put the boats up and unpack the long-sleeves. I was fortunate enough to spend a couple days at one of Iowa's premier Great Lakes (yes, Iowa has great lakes (and they are indeed great)), Lake Okoboji. A gorgeous way to bring in the new season. We ate, we drank, and we rested. Sometimes a nap is all you need.
On a side-note, Lake Okobji has a secret to it. Underneath the waters on the West Lake, lie buried treasures. More than a handful of boats and a Ford Truck stay hidden in the depths of Okoboji collecting moss and feeding fish. I wish I could say that I discovered this myself over the weekend but in fact it came from an article written in "Iowa Outdoors." Cool magazine that celebrates the conservation and recreational aspects of Iowa. Here is the link to the article:
"Exploring the Hidden Okoboji" - Iowa Outdoors Magazine
Adios Amigos,
BDL
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