I woke up this morning obsessing over the autumn display Maria and I began working on yesterday. I decided I wanted to add something to it every day until the end of summer.

Yesterday afternoon, I bought some straw, more  Zinnias, and two big Pumpkins. This week, I’ll be adding more squash, white pumpkins, and some different fall flowers.

I want this display to be special for passersby, the residents, and the beleaguered Mansion staff. The project got into my head, and I’m going to make something special, an affirmation, a statement of hope and promise.