No, we don't get fall colours here in Borneo, Bertram. I am blessed though to be have the chance to see the full splendour of the fall season last year in the States. It was one of the most prettiest sights I have ever seen, and I can still see it so clearly in my mind's eye and relive my emotions when I look at the pictures I took. :-)
I love your story! When I married into my wife's family, I was terrified I wouldn't be accepted. Fortunately, they were far more generous than I feared. But after 20 years, I'm stll nervous about them. I feel your pain!