Holy shit! The New York State Fair starts on Thursday. Here in these parts, that signals the end of summer, and it always comes as a bit of a shock. The paid concert lineup looks pretty lame, but there are some pretty interesting free shows, including War, Poco and Pure Prairie League, Dickie Betts with the Outlaws, America – even Frankie Avalon. But, I only go to the Fair every decade or so (just to make sure it’s the same crap it always was), and I think I was there less than ten years ago, so I guess I won’t be going.

Personally, I’m pretty happy to see summer go. I hate the heat (and the bugs), and fall is a great time of year around here. The colors are beautiful, and the temperatures are great for sleeping. The only problem with fall is that winter is never far behind. Not that I mind the cold and snow so much, but it gets dark so goddamn early. Once I hit the lottery, that won’t matter so much, but for now, the thought of leaving the house in the dark, and not getting back until it’s dark out, is kind of depressing. So, I reckon I’d better just not think about it.