September has a particular kind of light and energy. The days still hold a little warmth, but the light changes and evenings arrive sooner. Each year, during the hot, sometimes wilting heat of summer, I look forward to September as a reset. For many of us, September feels more like a new year than January does, offering a chance to return to routines after the busy summer. It offers a softer fresh start. September carries the memory of starting again. For anyone who grew up
