Renewal...

Today is September 1, and in the northern hemisphere the frenzied growth and action of spring and summer are slowing down. While autumn doesn't officially begin until the equinox on September 23, it sure feels like fall – the leaves on the trees are turning color already, the days are growing shorter, and "back to school" sales are everywhere.



Everything appears dead or dying, yet this external appearance belies the action happening behind the scenes. Autumn and winter are seasons for the ea...