LAST THURSDAY, on the cusp of autumn, the fall colors around Lake Quannapowitt and the sailboats of the yacht club cast reflections on the water’s surface. (Robert Pushkar Photo)

LAST THURSDAY, on the cusp of autumn, the fall colors around Lake Quannapowitt and the sailboats of the yacht club cast reflections on the water’s surface. (Robert Pushkar Photo)

Published in the September 26, 2016 edition.