I absolutely love autumn, especially the month of October. Cooler temperatures, wood smoke in the air, the colorful foliage, and, of course, the chance to eat some good, hearty meals after the lighter fare of summer—all of these make the season so special to me! Autumn, however, is also a busy season with the start of the new academic year here at Maria College and the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays (already being advertised—Yikes!) with all…