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The Shenandoah Valley in Autumn
Growing up in Texas, I never really knew fall. Around the end of October, the long, hot, dry summer would finally end and the leaves, already brown from lack of rain, would wither sadly off the trees as the cooler, rainy weather drifted in. Occasionally, a bold tree would boast shades of red and yellow, but never the vivid hues visible on the east coast during this time of year.
When I moved to the DC area five years ago, I got my first taste of autumn (and, unfortunately, of winter, but that's another post altogether). Over time the novelty has faded, but after spending the past two months in a warmer climate I find myself looking forward to returning to the mid-Atlantic to enjoy the remaining days of the season. I wistfully imagine the crunch of leaves underfoot, the crispness of the cool air, the smell of smoke from the fireplaces, the sounds of a football game on TV, and the coziness of my favorite gray sweatshirt.
The list of activities I want to accomplish before winter is a bit daunting. I want to take pictures of my dog attacking leaves in the park. I want to ride the Virginia bike trails with my husband. I want to decorate my home with purchases from the pumpkin patch. I want to make pumpkin bread and drink hot chocolate and eat grilled cheese sandwiches with hot tomato soup. I want to watch football games and maybe toss a ball around with some friends. I want to buy fresh squash and tomatoes at the Fall's Church Farmer's Market. I want to taste the Beaujolais Nouveau. And I want to do it all before the time comes to bring the Christmas tree down from the attic.
Enjoy the season - I know I will!
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