9:50 PM was an early Friday night for bedtime, but I was tired and afraid I would fall asleep on the deck. I believe I slept well and rejoiced each time I woke for a nature break to discover I had more time remaining before my alarm sounded at 6:15 AM. Col. Deeds snuggled and spooned my chest until after midnight and then returned at 5 AM until the last call for snoozing.

The day promises to be beautiful with a high of 87 degrees. I miss the mornings of opening and securing the deck door for dogs to come and go with the sun already up and offering a clear view of the yard.

Fall is moving in. It’s 6:52 AM and the sun is just beginning to glow on the other side of the house. I shall miss the summer days when fall is secure in its arrival.

Today in history:

• On Sept. 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered in ceremonies aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, ending World War II.
• On this date 1789, the United States Treasury Department was established.
• In 1864, during the Civil War, Union Gen. William T. Sherman’s forces occupied Atlanta.

On with a full day of research and plotting.

Make it a great day!