Autumn began in the northern hemisphere at 3:15 am Mountain Daylight Time.
This evening, just as the sun sets, take note of its direction in relation to neighborhood landmarks — trees, other houses, water towers, what have you. Write it down, make a diagram, or take a photo. Share the moment with your kids.
Then compare it with the solstice in three months. Pretend you lived in a simpler time when people found entertainment in noticing their sky.