So when it comes time to declare "My favorite season is . . ." a lot of people (at least a lot of people I know) emphatically say Fall. Hmm. I've always said summer - the warm sun, the carefree days . . . that works for me.
But I might be converted.
This autumn season is hitting me something fierce! . . . the fall colors, the golden sunlight, the crisp mornings, apple harvests, pumpkin picking, the beauty of it all . . . I am simply in awe everyday, and at times find myself overwhelmed with the beauty of God's creations.
What is up?!
I think I know. The realization that this is our last Oregon fall is hitting me hard. A Nevada fall won't be quite the same.
So, my eyes have been opened to the changes all around me and I'm taking more time to pay attention and soak it in.
I get a lovely dose of fall each morning when I drive the kids to and from school. I love the golden sunrises, the rolling hills dotted with bright red foliage here and there, the glistening dew (or frost, which was the case this morning), the cows in the fields . . . everything feels just a little more spectacular, yet quiet at the same time. I love that this is the way I get to start my day.
Now that I'm home from Vegas and Utah I finally pulled down my box of sweaters from the top of the closet. I'm not sure how much wear they will get in future years (and Scott keeps reminding me - don't buy anymore jackets). So for now I am going to enjoy my cozy sweaters, warm up a few extra mugs of hot chocolate, bake more pumpkin desserts, and take in the autumn beauty while it is still around me.