October is the month of pumpkins and ghosts... 

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The trees in my backyard are beginning to show signs of fall. The flowers are taking their last dose of sunshine, and there is a feeling of calmness as we exhale from summer. There are a few more artist duties to accomplish before cleaning out the studio and preparing for next year, but I am not in any hurry. I would rather play in the garden and enjoy the last bit of color that persists while the temperature creeps down the thermometer. In a few weeks, all the beautiful flowers will be just memories, and like friendly ghosts, they will speak to me of what could be next spring.

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But paintings await...I am entering several in an upcoming show, and I have new ideas I want to try out. Perhaps I will get into the spirit of the month and paint a pumpkin...we shall see.