Fall Colours - take a minute

The weather turned quickly on us this week but take a minute to enjoy the colours and smells of fall. This time of year is a great opportunity to enjoy nature in its splendour. This time of year there is always lots going on - fall fairs, trail hikes, book fairs and events throughout the cities and country side.

Think about bundling up and going for a country walk. There are endless conservation areas and parks to visit. For those a little less bold, take a drive with your family and friends to small town Ontario. Go to Niagara on the lake and peruse the many wineries. The schools, community groups and churches have bazzars and bake sales. Get involved or just visit. Check out the final garage sales for the year. This time of year bed and breakfast is a good deal - have some quiet relax time before the chaos of Christmas.

It is harvest time - go pick apples. Grab your cans from the hadware store and make chutney, sauces or can your veggies - ever had pickled pumpkin...yum!! This is the time the fudge seems plenty, warm soups and chowders fill the menus, roasted chestnuts hit the vendors. For something different try some of the ethnic areas...in little Korea near Christie Pits they do walnut cakes OR maybe you want something more hearty try corn on the cob in little India on Gerrard Street east. Chinatown has inexpensive soups that hit the spot and keep you warm. There are so many things to keep your body and mind warm from the approaching cold - try one out it will curb your distress from the onslaught of approaching freeze.