* August has long been my least favorite month of the year. Perhaps because it’s so freakin’ hot and muggy.
* The happiest moment of August is when the fall catalogs start to arrive, particularly the ones that feature Halloween items. That’s when I know the relief of Autumn is on the way.
* If I spy a small animal — say a cat or a chipmunk — hanging around the house, I will leave scraps of food for it.
* I am delighted by good manners, common courtesy and kindness.
* I never tire of chocolate.
