Its that time of the year...

Its that time of the year in New England when you look at the amazing natural beauty of the changing season along with the passion of following the Red Sox all the way to the World Series. Both are breathtaking in very different ways, especially this year.

The Boston Red Sox have had a great year, made sweeter by the fact that the Yankees are out of the championship. That makes Bostonians particulary happy. Since 2004, it has often been said that the curse of the Banbinno could be reversed and that last couple of seasons, it seems to be going that way. The battle last night at Fenway against the Cleveland Indians was a classic. The game started at 8pm when the temperature was 58 and ended at 1:30am when it had dropped to 42. The Red Sox fans were still at Fenway at that time braving the cold as the Indians took the game away in a nailbiting finish. The fans loved the game though they have loved the result to be in Boston's favor. This is the beauty of the Red Sox fans- they love the game but more importantly, stand by their team every single time. Remember- they waited for 86 years for the World Series to come home!

The weather, on the other hand, is somewhat more predictable than the Red Sox performance over the years and at this time, the scenery anywhere in New England is breathtaking. Also, the outdoor activities are everywhere. Last week, we went apple picking, this week, we will just drive to New Hampshire to see the leaves changing color. If you have never seen it, you might wonder whats the big deal, but having been here four years, I know it is special, very very special. In our hectic 24/7 lives and schedules, it is these wonders of nature that we sometimes forget. That beauty has always made me pause, and think, and wonder if everything is on track.

There is nothing like being in New England in October, especially if the Red Sox win!!!