"While my body can run, my thoughts can fly at light speed. And with the other free gift of imagination, well, that takes this bargain to infinity and beyond." — Lilly Fluger, Deal of a Lifetime

Falling into the Season Walking on my favorite path by the lake I notice a difference in the air. The oak trees have acorn shells around them on the ground. The squirrels have been busy. The weedy/flowery fields have survived a hot summer and have come to a fruition period of their harvesting lives. Bright colors have been transformed into earthtone hues. I sense the changing season and feel the beginning of autumn upon us. September begins my favorite part of the year. More »



Chris Dunmire
Publisher, Creativity Portal

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