But I don't mind autumn. In fact, I love autumn. I love the earthy colours, the crispness of the air, the cozy early evenings at home. Things slow down, we pay more attention to home, everything and everyone seems sleepier, calmer, quieter. Even Jake has been spending more time playing by himself, snuggling in to read books, and falling asleep at night much faster. It's a subtle change, but I've certainly noticed it.
The other day, after the morning downpour had subsided and Jake was up from his afternoon nap rearing to go, I bundled us up and headed us off to the park. Autumn or not, I still need to get outside every day. Our apartment is only so big and our boy only has so many books. So off we went, and for the first time in as long as I can remember we arrived to an empty playground.
There wasn't even a duck around to share the puddles with, and Jake was in heaven because I let him play anywhere he wanted. In the gaping mouth of the big kid slide? Sure, no problem.
With the odd trek down to the lonely playground aside, our busy outdoor adventures and weekend getaways are mostly being traded in for calmer afternoons at home and visits with family and friends.
Meaning more family dinners at my parents' place, which is always one of my favorite things to do. Everyone brings a dinner contribution and we meet at our original family home for a feast.
With our families expanding and moving all over town it is sometimes all a matter of luck to get together this way. But when we manage it is always a special time. Like Christmas or Easter, but on a random Sunday.
Welcome back Fall!
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