Fall Snow

FALL SNOW

There's fluffy, white snow in the air

collecting on the grass like white hair

though does not disappear

when the sun appears.

Its nearly 55 degrees

this afternoon and there's a breeze.

This snow sticks around

covering the ground.

It's silky to the touch,

this little white puff,

which blows in the wind

in every direction.

Hundreds spread like new fallen snow

imitating snowflakes, oh no;

but not the frozen kind

that falls in the wintertime.

This snow always comes in October

and is even seen in November.

It's en-capsuled in a pod

before it lands on the sod.

When the pod matures

new life will endure

for a seed will disperse

to grow in the earth.

What is this crazy snow

that in October blows

but never melts

wherever dwelt?

It's the color of milk

over the ground spilt

that grows from a seed,

also known as a weed.

Its name is hidden above

if it's puzzles you love.

It's a weed that has milk in its name.

It hosts monarch butterflies as its fame.

In the summer it has a pretty scent.

Soon after the pretty flowers are spent

it develops into a pod.

I take it you know, as you nod.

This silky snowflake is a milkweed seed

that imitates real falling snow, indeed.

Isn't nature fun!

Let's go play in the sun.

* * * * *

What did you do just for fun today?

Be sure to do something fun everyday.

Do something that will bring a smile.

Being kind to someone brings a smile.

Keep an attitude of wonder

despite troubles you ponder.

Be sure to smile often.

It will release tension.

See humor wherever you go.

Maybe in pretend milkweed snow.

Don't squelch child-like enthusiasm.

Keep an attitude of optimism.

A change of attitude

will always change your mood

so look on the sunny side

and in faith daily abide.

Our mouths are filled with laughter,

our tongues with songs of joy...

The Lord has done great thins for us,

and we are filled with joy.

Psalm 126:2a-3

...God had given them great joy...

Nehemiah 12:43

...it was a time of happiness and joy, gladness and honor.

Esther 8:16

Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love,

that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.

Psalm 90:14

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart,

and good news gives health to the bones.

Proverbs 15:30

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Confused

Confused

I'm confused!

Are you confused?

It's not April.

It's still fall.

In fact, the month of October

according to the calendar.

Yet here and there are

spring-time flowers.

Bright yellow among decaying leaves.

I'm not certain if these flowers please.

Seen here at my place,

they seem out-of-place.

What flowers bloom in October?

I think you'll be bewildered.

Their sawtooth leaves are a giveaway.

Their bloom is bright yellow always.

In the spring their seeds blow every which way

though I prefer they leave and not stay.

To see the first one in spring is a treat.

To see on in October: trick-or treat!

Should you pick a bouquet

their beauty will fade away.

Did you guess dandelions?

I'm telling you, I'm not lying,

though it's October my yard is in bloom

from these weed seeds that came in the month of June.

Are these dandelions confused?

Or perhaps they seek to amuse?

Some say dandelions are good news.

They leave me rather bemused.

* * * * *

What confuses you?

What amuses you?

When life seems upside down

instead of wearing a frown

think of something amusing

then a smile you'll be choosing.

When we choose to smile it lifts our countenance,

our spirits are happy despite our circumstance.

We feel better inside and out

when we wear a smile about.

So put on a happy face

despite what happens to take place.

You'll even find a smile is contagious

as others will return a smile to us.

Pay attention to your countenance.

It does display your hearts' contents.

It also sets the mood

for others attitudes.

Why is thy countenance sad, seeing thou art not sick?

This is nothing else but sorrow of heart.

Nehemiah 2:2 (KJV)

A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance:

but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

Proverbs 15:13 (KJV)

Thou hast made known to me the ways of life;

thous shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance.

Acts 2:28 (KJV)

The Lord bless thee and keep thee;

the Lord make his face shine upon thee,

and be gracious unto thee:

The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee,

and give thee peace.

Numbers 6:24-26 (KJV)

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After Jack Frost Came

After Jack Frost came,
orange and gold on the hillside reigns:

Who gives birth to the frost from the heavens?

Job 38:29

Gold & Orange

GOLD & ORANGE

Amidst the green,

gold and orange seen

dotting the hill

in the still

of an October morning

where sunlight is shining.

For a few weeks

gold and orange seek

to dominate the green

trees on the hillside seen.

Earth tones

on loan.

Every day more colorful

falling by the bushel full

onto the woodland floor

where they'll decay some more.

Every year it's repeated.

This circle of life completed.

Come November all the trees will be bare

for gold or orange leaves they will no longer wear.

Stark against the winter sky

under falling snow by and by.

A time of rejuvenation.

Planned that way from creation.

Every season has its purpose.

A time of reflection for us.

As seasons change with each page of the calendar,

seasons also come each year as we grow older.

Time rushes by

for you and I.

The gold and orange sunset at the end of the day

announces the end of another great day.

The gold and orange leaves turning in the fall

says "welcome autumn” to one and all.

The golden years await

mixed with orange. It'll be great!

* * * * *

Seasons of life arrive suddenly.

Then winter sneaks up surprisingly.

There may be aches and pains

the day before it rains.

It could be you no longer recognize

who's looking at you from the mirror – surprise!

Who's that with the hoary head?

Just yesterday it was red.

Your children look old,

if the truth were told.

Be encouraged

by this Proverb:

it says your gray hair

(or a hoary head)

is a glory to wear.

(Don't be misled.)

A sign of respect,

of intellect.

That's you.

How true.

Each gray hair you have was earned

as the hands of the clock turned

marked by many birthday celebrations

and perhaps some somber occasions,

through happiness and tears

parceled through the years.

Let this season of your life

be the best one of your life

as you recall many happy memories

and share with others encouragement through stories.

Gray hair is a crown of splendor;

it is attained by a righteous life.

Proverbs 16:31 (NIV)

The hoary head is a crown of glory,

if it be found in the way of righteousness.

Proverbs 16:31 (KJV)

...gray hair the splendor of the old.

Proverbs 20:29b

Even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.

Matthew 10:30, Luke 12:7

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Before Frost

What's still blooming 10/12/18:

Heavenly Blue morning glory somewhat affected by the cold.

Non-stop Rosa:

Russian Sage:

Hardy Mum.  Comes back year after year; whereas garden mums do not.

Petunias in window box:

Marigolds from seed.  Thank you, Jeanne C.

Miniature Roses:

The last cone flower of the season.  The others have been composted already.

Still color on the butterfly busy.  Too cold for migrators today.

Zinnias, non-stop blooming:

Morning Glory:
(Love how the light glows from within.  A reminder to "let your light shine"!

Cosmos.  Sadly, the season was not long enough as only a small portion bloomed.
Happily, the bees are still nectaring today.

Dahlias, once-upon-a-time gifts.  Will winter over again after frost.

Volunteer tomato.  Nicknamed it "high hopes"!

Hydrangea:

Montauk Daisy:

An abundance of fungi this year:

Ornamental grasses garden.  Will cut down in the spring.

To everything thing, turn turn turn...
and to every season, a purpose under the heavens:

And of course, dandelions (amongst creeping charley and plantain) this chilly, mid-October day:

There is a time for everything,

and a season for every activity under heaven.

Ecclesiastes 3:1