Just about three hours ago, at 5:51 a.m., the equinox took place. In the northern hemisphere -- where we are here in Philadelphia -- this means that autumn has arrived. And autumn will be here until the winter solstice, which will take place this year on December 22nd at 2:08 a.m. So let's enjoy autumn for everything it's worth!
Cool days, crisp nights. Changing, falling leaves. Yellow, orange, red, purple. Afternoon coffee, late night hot chocolate. Cool winds coming off the Great Lakes, coming from the Canadian plains. High school football Fridays, College football Saturdays, Pro football Sundays. Squirrels in the park, geese in the sky. Curling up under covers: on the couch to watch a movie, in bed to go to sleep. Halloween, trick-or-treat, candy, chocolate, visiting neighbors. Thanksgiving, turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, visiting family. Pumpkin pie, apple pie, apple cider. Mountain trails, college campuses, and city sidewalks, all covered in leaves. Clear, starry nights. Crisp, fresh mornings, imbuing one's soul with vigor and optimism for a fresh new day.
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