The Fall...

...It is the start of the season, the fate of US empire, and the future of the U$D. Autumn is off to a lovely start here in NE Alabama. The wildflowers are outstanding this year. Peak leaf color is at least a month away, but you can already see the start of the change. The US empire belittles itself almost daily. Many are wondering why Hegseth has called all the generals and admirals (some 800) together next week. Is it a new war strategy against Iran, or Venezuela, or ...? Or is it to get them to swear a loyalty oath like Hitler? Perhaps we'll find out next week. As to the dollar, I do most our our grocerying and every week the cost is higher. The Italian wines I like have really jumped in price. I wonder if it is the tariffs. Well, all that and more below the fold.