Autumn is here, a time when the weather gets cooler, the tree turn from luxurious green, to dull lifeless browns, the animals ready them selves for their long winters slumber.  Autumn brings us closer to the end, to the cruel cold winds of the winter.  To the endless season, that everyone hates.  If this is the beginning of a season of dread, then why is it all I see is the beautiful golden shades of brown, softly carried by the refreshing cool breeze as al the adorable animals run about.  I find myself always smiling when I think about you.  I feel so alive, as if I can do anything.  As I take in a deep breath of air, refreshing my self with it’s coolness, I imagine your arms around me, holding me close to you.  As to never let me go. I lay my head back upon your chest, as I slowly exhale.  With the exhale, I feel my fears and worries wash away.  How can all this be possible, is it true, can I finally be happy, and have a man in my life that really loves me?

Amber Dawn

10-26-99