autumn days

I love the colour, the light, the smells and textures of autumn. The light that is fresher, thinner somehow in spring, seems to be richer, and more contented somehow come this time of year. I've been wearing oranges, and browns and reds and my yellow ray-of-sunshine scarf. So lying in bed this morning, recalling that my diary said today is the first day of autumn, brought a smile to my face - not least because I thought it meant an accompanying extra hour to play with. Checking the internet, I learned that I have another 5 weeks to go before I get my bonus 60 minutes. So I'm now late for church. But will enjoy all the autumn offers on the way...