I've had days like that lately but will take note of your tips on working through it (& getting away from that tiger!)
The Banksia looks stunning as do the maple leaves!
In our subtropical climate we don't see the signs of winter coming as the leaves of most trees stay green, but the maple tree is just about the only tree that's honest here and tells us that winter's on the way!
Licorice tea sounds good, I've never seen it here though.
Hope your Dad is on the mend?
Look after yourself, a long walk can help blowing the cobwebs away 💞