As I look out my windows, I see trees displaying beautiful shades of yellow, orange, and red, filling the landscape with the colors of autumn. The falling leaves are creating a carpet that covers the green grass of summer and reminds us that winter is just around the corner. Over the past several weeks, I have been spending time preparing my yard for the changing seasons. The flowerpots have been moved into storage in the backyard, and the awning that provided welcome shade f