It’s 95 degrees out
With the sunshine warm and bright
They say that fall is coming
But, something’s just not right.
Bring on the apple donuts
The cider and the rakes
But wait….where are the leaves?
There’s been a terrible mistake.
I can’t wear my flannel jacket
Or put on my hiking boots
My fellow surfers would be saying
What the heck is wrong with you”?
I miss the apple picking
The fire’s glow in the fireplace
The chill that lingers in the air
Feels so good upon my face.
The leaves glistening upon the trees
The squirrels running all around
The dew that moistens each leaf that falls
From the branches to the ground.
The gathering of acorns
For the long winter just ahead
The scurrying about of chipmunks
Setting up their winter beds.
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Youtube: AUTUMN LEAVES by BARBRA STREISAND
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It has been in the 90’s here, but temps will be in the 70’s
by the end of the week. I hope fall is finally here!
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I love fall! I live in Florida , now. Relocated from Woodstock, New York. I miss the change of seasons! Thanks for commenting! 🍁🌻🍁
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Yes, the change of seasons is special!
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Fall is beautiful . You should take a trip up North and stay with us for a while .
You are always welcome anytime
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Hi! Yes, we want to come up north to see you guys! It’s a beautiful time of year! 💙
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Missing Fall hit home. We’r waiting for autumn in NY; until then it’s hot and humid.
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I miss the change of seasons!!!!! Thanks for commenting! Stay cool!!!! 😎
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Growing up in New Jersey couldn’t have said it better!
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Thank you, Yvette! We had some good times, there! Miss the beefsteak tomatoes from my father’s garden! Thanks for commenting! 💙
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we have wet fall for the next 6 months here (west coast of Canada), enough for everyone, you should visit!
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Would love to! Thanks for commenting, Em! 💙
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I love the Fall. It’s my favorite time of year. It’s been a bit warm here in New Jersey but the leaves are starting to drop and soon the coolness will bring it’s refreshing scent. I can’t wait.
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I grew up in New Jersey. Miss the tomatoes and the sweet Jersey corn! I was able to grow some tomatoes in pots on my patio…. here, in Florida! Thanks so much for your comments! Hope you have a Magical Day! 💙
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Your lovely poem reflects my feelings when I lived in Florida. I so glad I now live in an area with changes of the seasons. We’re expecting rain today and cooler temps.
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Thank you for commenting! I definitely miss the change of seasons. I live in Florida. I relocated from Woodstock, NY. Everyday is summer, here! ☀️
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