Fall is starting to make its presence known, and this week on Rick's Rambles, we're talking about some of the simple things that can make this time of year special — and why having a little fun may be one of the best things we can do for our mental health.

Here's what's coming up:

📺 Fun Facts: One Day at a Time How much do you remember about the classic television sitcom One Day at a Time? We're taking a look at some fun and interesting facts about the show, its cast, and its place in television history.

🍂 Mental Health: Starting New Fall Traditions You don't need a lot of money to create a tradition. Sometimes it's as simple as a favorite meal, a drive to see the changing leaves, watching an old movie, taking a walk, or gathering with friends. We'll talk about why making room for fun — especially as we get older — can be good for our mental health.

🎵 The Story Behind the Song: "It Never Rains in Southern California" Albert Hammond's 1972 hit became a memorable song about chasing dreams, disappointment, and discovering that things aren't always as glamorous as they seem. We'll take a look at the story behind the song and the songwriter who also wrote hits for some of music's biggest names.

📅 Special Days of the Week And, as always, we'll wrap things up with some of the quirky, unusual, and sometimes downright strange special days coming up this week.

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