Early September rain has an asymmetric effect on how things feel out there. Qualitatively different from August rain, it states that Fall is here for all practical purposes. Now, once you realize that rain affects time, it is clear that our habitual understandings are insufficient
Time is not what we think it is
And we are surely mistaken about many other things too, even when the heat returns
Three crows walk though the damp grass. A squirrel hops nearby and climbs up the giant pine, its bark splotchy from the damp; the Virginia Creeper likewise ascending (slower) has a smattering of red leaves. This naturally encourages a deep breath. Otherwise, something might get missed
And — a second cup of coffee feels somewhat necessary to help stay in phase