When I was writing the previous post, I was reminded not to let this fleeting season pass by too quickly. Autumn is so momentary. So glorious. And winter arrives so soon. And there is beauty in both, but I don’t want busyness to rob me of His glory in this season. That is, after all, why I take pictures.
So I decided to spend the morning at Inniswood, my favorite local garden. I snapped dozens of pictures, and while I meandered the leaf strewn paths I came up with a list of some of the things I love about Autumn.
25 Things I love about Autumn…
- hot ovens filled with the comfort of baked goods
- the daring and delicious spices that permeate the season ~ cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves
- leaves rustling in the trees, raining down on moist green grass
- the dashing color combination of blue skies, green grass, and red, yellow, and orange leaves
- the crisp, clear air
- the brisk, cool winds whipping leaves around
- the smell of leaves burning in the distance
- the warm, angled light
- simmering pots of soup on the stove
- homemade bread cooling on wire racks
- the squirrels scurrying to gather winter stores
- the flicker of candles scattered about a warm, cozy home
- the warmth of a soft cardigan
- scarves intricately twisted and draped over bare necks
- the soft, warm hues that spread over a quiet home
- pumpkins piled up on porch steps
- steaming mugs of coffee
- long walks down quiet trails
- sweet, crisp apples freshly picked
- lazy picnics beneath the apple trees
- savory pot roasts paired with potatoes and carrots
- playing with the kids in the ravine after school
- outdoor fires, smoke billowing from backyard fire pits
- giant leaf piles to jump in
- a camera at my side, ready to photograph all these wonderful autumn moments!
After writing out this list I looked back over it, and I chuckled at just how many lines involved food. Fall is a wonderful time for food… perhaps I should take a little diversion into food photography. Maybe.
What are your favorite things about Autumn?
Your words really make Fall come alive. Food during Fall does bring a sense of comfort. Those trees are just beautiful. I love the smell of fire places/pits burning, the oranges/reds/yellows, apples and apple crisp, the blue skies, windows opened letting in the crisp air, football Saturdays, potato soup…I could go on. Maybe I need to do a post
I’d love to see your list, Kelli!
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