October gave a party;
The leaves by hundreds came--
The Chestnuts, Oaks, and Maples,
And leaves of every name.
The sunshine spread a carpet,
And everything was grand,
Miss weather led the dancing,
Professor Wind the band.
George Cooper
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autumn days of chilly mornings and warm afternoons, there’s nothing that can
catch my attention more than the call of these country roads. The earth spins
in a blaze of color with a richness that delights the eye and seeps into my
day. Following the light through the windows each morning, I find I cannot
resist its charm. I yearn to be out on the road, where there is a new thing to
be seen at every turn, every moment. Some days, it’s a strong bright sun
followed by a mellower mood but the October wind can change the landscape at
any time. Beyond the curve of the road or the next hill to climb, there’s a
view that beckons. Sometimes with my camera or just my walking stick, I’m out
embracing all its offerings while the splendor lasts. Oh, the sights you'll see!
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| sights in your own back yard |
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| and out of the driveway |
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| walking uphill |
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| waiting for company |
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| pass the barn and out to the meadow |
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fall resting place
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| even a friends garden gnome |
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a surprise back home in the driveway
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TO ALL: A SPLENDID FALL!
