The weather has made a dynamic shift here in Michigan and it feels much more like fall than summer. In the past few months there have been some fun neighborhood bonfires, a two-week stint of teaching songwriting at Interlochen Arts Academy, various gigs (including my regular Pasty Belt Tour in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula), a week residency working with disadvantaged girls from a local shelter and school, and the usual drama with my undisciplined garden. I also have a new patio beside my deck ~ thanks to uber neighbor David Brassfield ~ and all in all, I think it’s been a pretty productive summer. Now it’s time to bring on the changing leaves, apple cider and yes (eventually) snow!