Autumn Part II

The sun had blessed the far-flung rural domains of the county with one last glimpse at Autumnal magnificence. One last call for the children of the sun to take heed and venture forth one last time into that glowing brilliance afore its inevitable fade into the long gray. Sumptuous were the sun-soaked kisses and rejuvenating were the warm embraces of that pleasant day. Things to cherish and remember during the dim depths of January when such things are but a distant memory and tales to recount when the winds blow foul from the white wastes of February. On that October day, the indomitable sun with its potent rays surged forth in glorious battle. From on high, the dazzling Vanguard of a mighty golden horde descended to protect its children against the perils of November.

That benevolent star bestowed upon all in attendance, the last kind gesture of an ailing father whose strength was waning and whose light was diminishing, to give the last of its gifts upon its despairing wards. I imagined a shining chalice filled with golden light spilling forth from the heavens, a torrent of aqueous hues to wash the land in stunning fire. Magnificent and rare color stirred countless fancies...