In the dead of night
Acrobats hang upside down,
Slender wings expand.
Fun Fact: Bats can eat 600-1,000 insects, including mosquitos, in an hour, and their tiny hearts beat up to 1,000 times per minute. How cool is that?
#October #Haiku #Bats #thepaisleyfrog #Poetry
Driving down the road, I get a feeling…
Country Roads, by John Denver (and Bill Danoff, Taffy Nivert)
Cruisin’ down the road
on a sunny fall day,
windin’ the window down
to let in the fresh air.
Roads windin’ right,
then left,
colors abound —
not knowin’ where to look.
Cruisin’ the scenic route
instead of the highway,
the foliage
a sight to behold.
Oranges blaze,
reds shimmer
yellows glow,
browns blend soft and warm—
mile after mile
on an endless road.
Up the mountains,
down the valleys,
trees standin’ tall,
commandin’ the stage
Every scenic overlook
reveals a new surprise—
a burst of color
here and there,
divinely inspired,
painted with care.
This fall,
May every road you travel lead you toward wonder,
and may the colors around you stir somethin’
bright and beautiful within your soul.
#HelloOctober #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
I see the autumn leaves are falling.
The Kinks, Autumn Almanac
Steppin’ outside
on an autumn day—
see the trees sway?
or the leaves dance away?
Steppin’ outside
on an autumn day—
see the leaves piled high?
or neighbors rakin’ them
into little hills?
Steppin’ outside
on an autumn day—
see the oranges?
the reds?
the yellows?
each one callin’ your name.
Swirlin’ , twirlin’ , dancin’ ,
Colors leapin’ across the page.
Everywhere you look,
autumn is everywhere.
Steppin outside,
on an autumn day
is like stepping into
an enchanted forest—
capturin’ the whimsy
and the beauty,
before the vibrant colors
start to fade.
The fall,
May you find peace and refuge in the enchanted forest
that lies within your soul.
#HelloOctober #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
Who’s reachin’ out to capture the moment,
The Association
everyone knows its Windy.
Written by Ruthann Friedman
Slippin’ through trees,
blowin’ through windows,
tuggin’ at sleeves,
swirlin’ the leaves.
Fallin’ into autumn,
feelin’ the wind,
peekin’ through trees,
scatterin’ leaves.
Down your back,
across your face,
brushin’ your lips,
with a wind-skimmin’ kiss.
This fall,
May the wind be at your back and carry you through each day.
May it swirl and twirl in unexpected ways
tuggin’ your heart and fillin’ you with joy.
#HelloOctober #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
When an early autumn walks the land and chills the breeze.
Ella Fitzgerald
Songwriters: Woody Herman, Jonny Mercer, Ralph Burns
Feelin’ the chill of autumn,
waltzin’ in on the dance floor,
temperatures gliding to and fro.
As summer sweat turns
to fall goosebumps.
Fallin’ into fall,
steppin’ outside,
grabbin’ a sweater,
headin’ out the door.
Then it hits.
The cool, crisp air.
Held hostage through long summer days.
Inhale. Exhale.
Freed as summer fades.
Fallin’ into autumn ushers in fresh air,
to reset the lazy days of summer,
preparing us for what’s to come.
Energy starts seepin’ in.
From tips of toes to hairs on heads,
every cell awakens,
as nature shifts its focus,
to a new season hummin’
of hope and grace.
There it is,
floatin’ through the air—
that gentle hope and grace,
ready to embrace.
And slowly, the fall air lights up the sky,
feelin’ squeaky clean.
The sun shines brighter,
and its warmth unfolds,
like a mother’s lovin’ hug.
This fall,
May each gentle chill lead you into an autumn dance—
a swirl and twirl of crisp air that invigorates and refreshes your soul.
#HelloOctober #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
Sweater weather love, it’s true.
Sweather Weather Love by SingIt Pop.
I fall for fall when I’m with you.
Lyrics copyrighted Tunecore, Inc.
Fallin’ into fall,
layin’ on the leaves,
on top of a blanket,
smellin’ the crisp fall air.
Fallin’ into fall,
feelin’ a little cold,
puttin’ on a sweater,
to feel cozy warm.
It’s sweater weather,
when the leaves start to fall,
the sun loses its strong rays,
to catch you walkin in the breeze.
Long sleeves,
long pants,
sweaters fuzzy and soft,
stayin’ warm as the days shrink a bit.
Scarves, sweaters, jackets,
bundled up sippin’ hot cocoa,
the radio in the background,
playin’ cool jazzy tunes.
This fall,
May each button you fasten,
wrap you in the warmth of a cozy fall day,
gently shifting its tone to match the season’s rhythm.
#HelloSeptember #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
Fall is a symphony of crackling leaves.
Winter Whispers by Cindy Mechem, Song Written by Annabella Gelmetti, Cynthia Mechem, Pasquale Vigietta
Fallin’ into fall,
like the bass violin,
or the oboe,
Deep, resonant, and grounded.
A symphony of instruments,
falling from trees,
cracklin’ underneath,
singin’ an autumn song.
The seasons shiftin’,
the earth turnin’ slowly,
the air feels crisper,
as the colors of leaves start to change.
Orange, reds, browns,
like violins, drums, and clarinets,
notes, chords, & harmonies,
singin’ out that fall is here.
This fall,
May each cracklin’ leaf calm your spirit
and lead you to a symphony of colors
that stirs the soul.
#Leaves #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloSeptember #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
Well, I been doin’ my homework all-a week long
C’mon Everybody by Led Zeppelin
(Written by Eddie Cochran and Jerry Capehart)
Busy, buzzy bees,
buzzin’ all day long.
Waitin’ for the end of the day,
settlin’ down into the daily routine.
Through the backdoor,
into the kitchen,
backpacks dropped,
snacks grabbed.
Homework folders out they come-
complete the left,
place in the right.
Gotta get it done.
Supper aroma fills the air,
crockpot simmerin’ on low.
Set the table,
grab a glass.
Dinner’s done.
Tables cleared,
dishes washed,
and now what’s next?
Shoes by the door,
jackets on hooks,
backpack ready.
Tomorrow will come.
This fall,
May your evening routines feel easy and calm.
May you seize and freeze each ordinary moment in your memory bank, as you capture the blessings that pass each day.
#HelloSeptember #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
C’mon…Now he’s checking out schools and driving carpools.
Curious Thing by Amy Grant
Buzzin’ around Town
all around
here and there
with kids in tow.
Buzzin’ around town
all around
droppin’ off kids
all over town.
Grabbin’ gear:
helmets, sticks,
pucks, balls,
and racquets.
Puttin’ on pads,
Tyin’ shoes,
fillin’ water bottles–
let’s go.
Buzzin’ around town
all around:
sports,
lessons,
playdates,
after-school programs.
Buzzin’ around town
drivin’ around,
watchin’ kids grow like weeds.
All over town.
New rhythms.
New routines.
New moments to share.
Carpoolin’ here and there.
This fall,
May your buzzin’ around town
make you laugh more than you stress,
and may these moments capture the true meaning of life.
#Schedules #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloSeptember #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
C’mon …
AC/DC, Songwriter: Chuck Berry
Up in the morning and out to school
Ring-a-ling goes the alarm,
coffee pot turned on.
Lunches made.
Breakfast laid out.
Let’s go.
Let’s go.
Parents nudge–
it’s time for school.
New routines.
New rhythms.
New pencils.
New backpacks.
New clothes.
New shoes.
New haircut.
Here we go – another year.
Hello, September.
Hello, new school year.
Hello, new friends.
Hello to you.
This fall,
May your new routines bring you wonder and joy of the unexpected.
May your mornings be peaceful and your smiles be ones
you gladly give away.
#BackToSchool #HelloSeptember #Autumn #FallinIntoAutumn #HelloAutumn #Fall #FallVibes #SweaterWeather #CreativeBlessings #ThePaisleyFrog #Seasons
