Summer’s end can feel like a real loss. After a season of sailing, midnight swims, sunrises, and unforgettable memories, I reflect on the summer blues, Michigan’s changing seasons, and learning to embrace the beauty of what comes next.

While a winter storm keeps Michigan indoors, a Murder, She Wrote marathon sparks a reflection on how storytelling—and society—has changed, revealing what an 80s TV detective can still teach us about America today.