The days are getting shorter and evenings are getting cooler and the feeling of fall is in the air. The first frost has happened in some areas, and the rush is on to gather the harvest.
We live in a large farming community, and if the crops are abundant it has an impact on the entire community. Market gardens are thriving as gardeners bring their fruits and vegetables into the market gardens to sell. I am sure we all enjoyed the abundant crops of fruits and vegetables that we can grow right here in our own back yards.
Sharing in what we have received is a mandate given to us by God. It does not matter if is from our garden or the vast prairie farming community. It is from our bounty that many mouths are fed around the world. Sharing can start right here at home. We have the opportunity to share with the neighbour who has less than we do. It can be as simple as giving away garden produce.
Last week I heard someone say- "I am ripping out my cucumbers because I do not want to do up more preserves." My response to them was, "Why not take some of your extra veggies to the seniors home; I am sure they would enjoy some fresh garden vegetables." We all need to get into the practice of sharing with others what God has so richly given us.
As the leaves change to their fall colors we can't help but think that autumn is here. It does not matter if we are gathering the fruits and vegetables from the garden or gathering the bounty from the fields; we give thanks for all which we have received. With this beautiful warm weather and a gentle breeze we will see the harvest come to a completion in a very short time.
Fall is my favorite season. This past week I drove through the valley and the trees were in glorious colors; which many would most likely only see in books and paintings. I enjoy seeing the harvest and the vast array of beautiful colors as the leaves start to change from greens to yellow, orange and red.
Take time this fall to experience the beautiful shades of fall in our local area. Whether you are going on a walk or a weekend drive, it is important to savour every moment of this colourful fall season.
We are blessed to live in an area where we can enjoy the beauty of four seasons and each season brings its own beauty.
Today is the day to watch the leaves turn into their autumn glory.
Margaret Anne Yost nursed for 35 years. Returning back to school I completed classes from the Red River College in the areas of Gerontology, Bereavement, Death and Dying. For twelve years I worked in bereavement support at a funeral home.
At present I am employed as an Interim Parish Worker at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Melville, Sask. I also enjoy my role as homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother.
