Fall Is Just The
Beginning
by: Arleen M. Kaptur
Bright colored leaves, golden sunsets and just a tiny hint
of the next season to come - September is a doorway to
the rest of the year.
With school year starting and vacations placed on
the "to do" list for next year, life becomes more move in with hot and sinfully rich chocolate drinks that
structured and yet, there is the anticipation of the just beg for a topping of fluffy whipped cream and
holiday season that comes with bells ringing and the maybe a hint of cinnamon sprinkled on for good luck.
aroma of appetite awakening foods. There is a
crispness in the air that invigorates and excites. Even So when you feel like dancing in the street, singing for
nature joins in the fun of the changing seasons by no apparent reason, or just standing on a bank of a slow
bringing out the colors of red, gold, orange, moving river, don't hide under the covers until the
and everything in between. If you are into wreath feeling goes away - do it and do it with gusto and a heart
making or table centerpieces, ideas and beauty is yours ligher than a feather. It is September, it is Fall, and if you
for just a walk outside. The acorns, berries, leaves, and make a very special wish - you just might find yourself
squash await being given the honor of gracing your enjoying the brand new season that nature has
dining table while the evergreens patiently wait for thoughtfully provided. Like clockwork, no matter how
their turn at turning into holiday delights. much mankind disputes the facts about global warming,
or earth changes, the seasons come and the seasons go Whether you enjoy the great outdoors or would rather
and each has their own very special bag of gifts to bring just read about them sitting by a warm fire on a cool
to everyone. As the old adage states, "If you snooze evening, magazines and books are filled to overflowing
you lose" - don't find yourself pining for the gentle warm with pictures of how you can enrich the coming seasons
breezes of Spring, because the parade of Fall is coming from your home decor to the art of the perfect gift.
down your street - go out and greet it with open arms and Holidays are welcome "intrusions" into everyday life.
be ready for delights that will thrill your soul and make While many times we complain and complain about the
a smile a hard thing not to do - Fall is just the doorway to "busyness" that becomes part of the season, there is joy
exciting time ahead and one that promises to make life in our hearts because we can "glow" with excitement
extra special for you and all those you allow into your without being questioned as to our motives. We can be
life. Just imagine what you could feel if the door to your "secretive" without hurting anyone's feelings and best
heart was flung wide open and everyone was a welcome of all, we can laugh for no reason and smile at perfect
sight to your day and not a single person could go by strangers.
without a "Hello". Isn't dreaming about such a great
world just a heartbeat away from waking up to your When September rolls around, it is time to set our minds
dream coming true? After all, once again the first step is and hearts into a new mode of thinking - one of making
just the beginning, and if you don't plant the seed, then others happy and enriching their lives in very special
who will? Don't leave dreams to circumstance, take the ways. When you see your neighbor, feel free to wave
plunge and let "today" start with you. Dreams do have a and when you are served a meal in your favorite place to
crazy way of being better than you could imagine and the eat, add a "Thank you" to the person who serves you.
anticipation is just bright colored wrapping paper joy Feel like taking a walk outdoors - ask a friend to join you
comes with.and explore the area together. Plan a few get-
togethers no matter the size or number of people Happy Fall and let the wonder of Hope and Dreaming be
involved. From a cup of coffee with a sweet slice of an everyday wish as you wake in the morning and a
homemade apple pie and plenty of "catching up" prayer in the evening as you close your eyes while
conversation with a friend or two, to a backyard "raking "colorful leaves" and "bright red apples" fill
the leaves" complete with one of the last BBQ's your dreams.
outdoors, sip apple cider, and munch on "goodies" ©Arleen M. Kaptur August, 2009
possibly ending the evening when the cooler breezes
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