It’s tradition in American culture to give an apple to your teacher. Like so many of our traditions, I’ve never thought to question why. What is the connection between apples and education? According ...

Heat the oven to 400 F. Roll the dough 2 inches larger than the tart ring or pan. Line the pan with the dough, gently pressing it into the corners. Fold excess dough outward over the rim of the pan.

The weather slowly changes as September reaches its midpoint. A slightly cooler breeze accents the shorter days. My morning walks now start in the first breaking light and dusk falls a little sooner.