autumn garden
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Prelude – a poem for the days between summer & autumn
Say whatever you will about August not being autumn, (you’re right). But I have spent yearsstudying the subtle shift in its great light,the softer sun in itslate skythe sound of acornslanding from old, stalwartoaks,the children standingin the pathway, delighted,as leaves in the opening numberfall, the first to relinquish,a lecture in courage,I hear this loudand clear.… Continue reading
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Fall Haul: A Simple Collection of Celebrations & Crafts
A trendy fall means scarves and fall colors, cool weather, pumpkin spice lattes and a pumpkin patch to boot! But here at Green Fables I encourage you to celebrate fall in those simple ways that are right outside your door. There is no rushing. It’s letting those summer temps hang on if they want to… Continue reading
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Garden Fairies Go Autumn Foraging (and you can too)
The garden fairies at Green Fables had a fabulous summer settling into their new home. They aren’t always easy to spot but around the time autumn is turning the corner you catch sight of them more often as they forage for pumpkins and acorns and bouquets of mums to decorate their fairy house and celebrate… Continue reading
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Iced Lattes, Classic Tales, & Falling in Love Where You Live
Around this time of year, a copy of a Tolkien or an L.M. Montgomery classic will do. I sit on an old white garden chair, drinking some iced coffee or tea latte, marvel at the breeze, read the good stories, and listen to my children happily play. It feels like cheating some days. And by… Continue reading
