Welcome to Visitors, All Except Squirrels

It's always satisfying to welcome guests with special decor of the season on the outside (and inside) of the house.

Pumpkins are all over the place around here and fall potted flowers, too.

There was a frost the other night and we lost quite a few plants but the hardier ones lived up to their names and survived.

These lingering days of autumn are so sweet and lovely, especially because we know in Massachusetts that when they are over, winter arrives.

Each season has its beauty but winter here is often way too long and can be very unpleasant.

The thought of scraping thick ice from the cars and driving on icy roads does not thrill me.

But today, I'm not going to think of all that. 

Today, I will concentrate on autumn splendor in every direction.


HOW DO YOU TRY TO MAKE GUESTS FEEL WELCOME?