The Appeal of Autumn

There’s a chill in the air, Such a welcoming feel, Just the first of the reasons For autumn’s appeal. Though the leaves haven’t changed, Soon they’ll be rust and gold, Making various trees A delight to behold. Halloween’s ‘round the bend; Decorating’s begun, As both children and grown-ups Get in on the fun. The orchards and fruit stands Have apples galore And pumpkins and cider And donuts and more. The summer’s been hot And before it gets cold There is autumn, in which All these good things unfold. So, zip up your jacket And head out the door To sample the joys Autumn’s holding in store.