Mid-October and I reflect upon the yard. The deer have been here, and hosta plants will grow again next year. We are leaving the thistle plants for a different beauty in winter. We bought chrysanthemums and a pumpkin. Most of all, I watch the light in the house and yard.

path to the garage
deer discovered
the hosta plants

autumn days
are new each year
books to read again

warm soup
with fresh vegetables
autumn colors