THE JOYS OF AUTUMN

"Autumn, The Years last loveliest Smile"

                            -William Cullen Bryant-

Autumn is one of my most favourite season of the year. I love everything about autumn; the colours of autumn, the beauty of the falling leaves, the chance to cosy up with a big mug of chai dawa engrossed in a thrilling read, the beauty of mother nature and the leisurely walks you can enjoy with your loved ones.

Then, there's the exciting stuff that happens around this time of the year: A time when the air is crisp and the nights are cool. A time when the streets and walk ways are beautifully carpeted by jacaranda flowers. The days are a bit cooler. The sun is out, but not hot. The rains are minimal, just enough to cool the heat and give the grass and vegetation the needed bit of green.  The quality of light makes the photos memorable. I honestly think autumn is the best time to be outside

I will sum up the joys of autumn as follows;

The colours of autumn

I love the colours of autumn: deep, warm and muted. The magenta and deep rusty browns of the falling leaves, the lavender purple of the beautiful jacaranda trees, and the green of the chestnut. The season is alive with vibrant colours, the trees turn into lovely massive flowers in  mellow yellow, magenta, mulberry, burnt orange dancing in the wind. What a sight to behold!

Wanderlust in Autumn

Nothing can beat wanderlust in autumn; the euphoria of a long distance ride in the lush green countryside- with the beautiful sunset behind, and the feeling of the wind on your hair.

Even so, if you're given the opportunity to combine your travel with total relaxation. A holiday in the countryside during autumn can be totally appealing. Picture this; your cottage overlooking the picturesque countryside. Imagine your view from your window.What's not to love?

Beauty of Mother Nature

Like a woman who has found her authenticity, autumn's beauty radiates from within. I just can't get enough of this season's beautiful landscape; the spectacular sunsets over the hills, the lush purple carpets of jacaranda trees, the blossomed flowers in the field, the distant stars and constellations in the still autumn nights. It's simply divine!

Reading in the patio.

It's amazing how sitting outside in the patio and enjoying a good read does to my attitude. The crisp breezy air clears my mind. The serene environment stirs my soul. The light quality sharpens my vision clarity. It's a perfect time to meditate and to connect with your deeper self.

Evening walks in the woods

Walks are not only healthy but therapeutic as well. Better still, a walk in the woods in the crisp evening air of autumn is simply bliss: The sunset penetrating through the trees,The damp smell of falling and decaying leaves, and the crunching sound of the crushed leaves beneath our footsteps. All this, and more captivate my senses during autumn.

New Possibilities

Being the last season of the year, autumn is the season of self Actualization. It's the season of setting autumn resolutions, which are all about authentic wants; Living more, Laughing often, Loving Much, Learning all you can, Praying Often, Doing more, Dreaming and Believing.

This autumn, purpose to take joy in the season as it unfolds; Day by day, Hour by hour, a heartbeat at a time.

Just living and loving it is alluring enough!

Cheers as you enjoy your autumn

Yours truly

Sincerely Becca.

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