For me and my family personally, Sept. 11 was a reminder that life is fleeting, impermanent, and uncertain. Therefore, we must make use of every moment and nurture it with affection, tenderness, beauty, creativity, and laughter. – Deepak ChopraThis month marks the 11th anniversary of 9/11. The quote from Chopra reminds me of how anything can change in a split second, no matter how much control we think we have over our lives. So, it is important to enjoy each day and each moment with friends and family.That reminds me: To all the parents who have become empty nesters as their last child took that giant leap to college or to join the service or whatever ñ that hollow feeling eventually goes away. (Or maybe youíre feeling more joyful than hollow?)Our household is certainly different, with two daughters away at college and one living out of town. However, you get used to it and realize that Chopraís words are invaluable. Invaluable to The New Falcon Herald is the addition of our new writers. As we mentioned last month, Jason Gray and Alli Griffin join our newcomer from last month, Robin Widmar, as the latest members of our writing team. Check out Jasonís stories on commercial rents in Falcon, and how bats can help control insects like moths. Alli took photos and wrote about the Black Forest Festival. Robin, a former firefighter herself, is covering news from the Falcon Fire Protection District, which includes a story about the FFPDís participation in the 9/11 commemoration in Denver.There is much more in this addition from all of our writers and columnists ñ and I hope you take some moments to read all of our stories. In one or two or three of them, you will find affection, tenderness, beauty, creativity and laughter!Oh, and September also brings a brilliant golden glow to our Colorado landscape. Iím going to take a few moments and head to the foothills to enjoy the beauty of our brilliant Aspens!Thatís it for now. Take care, be safe and see you in October.– Michelle
