It’s seems that Old Man Winter has arrived early in many places. And although many places are returning to normal October weather, the withered plants and dry leaves are a clear reminder that it won’t be long before the trees are bare and we’ll settle into our winter cycles.

I am an early riser, but it’s getting harder and harder to be up by six in the morning. And at ten o’clock at night I am completely drained and ready to fall asleep. Even now, after many cups of coffee, I am having trouble getting my act in gear.

It’s the natural rhythm of life, and is hereditarily built into our biology. Our species has developed these traits over thousands of years in order to survive the long. Cold winters!

But knowing that doesn’t make it any easier!