I fell in love with fall when I first went to New York in my early 20s. The crisp, fresh air and those endless blue skies are like food for the soul, energizing and invigorating. In addition, the autumnal calendar is filled with feasts and reasons to celebrate. From apple picking and fall foliage tours to more serious pursuits like barrel-jumping, corn-husk matches, and tailgating, every week there is an exciting excuse to invite friends and celebrate the day. Fall is the most fun season of all. On that note, I’m inviting friends to celebrate with me … I haven’t decided on the exact reason yet, but I feel I don’t really need one. Actually, as I write this, having just ordered my first cord of firewood, this idea comes to mind: Let’s celebrate the lighting of the first fire of the season. It seems fitting to make a cozy, …