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This coming up week will be first day of fall. It isn't feeling like fall but I think it will get here soon. Hot and dry in my area.

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steel

steel gray clouds obscure clear, then red sunrise.... quiet peaceful morn earth nearly at autumnal equinox sun at noon directly south autumn's astronomical autumn in northern hemisphere, days shorter.... cooler nights delight rest inside by warm fire hot cocoa, buttered popcorn, read
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September 19, 2026 at 7:34 AM
U are very right! Sometimes it doesn't feel like fall and sometimes it does.. even here.. love this tanka poem absolutely dear Sara, you just know how to capture the atmosphere in the most poetic way! A true observer you are! And a nature admirer too! "rest inside by warm fire hot cocoa, buttered popcorn, read " Awwwn how cosy is that! I jus loveeee buttered popcorn, made me crave for some haha, n cocoa too! Absolutely loved reading this, hope all is well with you, sending you hugsz and have a beautiful weekend.. 🧚🌙🍁🍂💫
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