Thoughts for the autumn

Autumn came late this year. After a hot

and endless summer, the weather

started to change: it rains, it gets cold,

we wear thicker clothes, sweaters and

coats, and we drink hot drinks.

I think that as much as we like summer

with the sun, the heat and the sea, it is

necessary for both the balance of nature

and our own psychology, that one

season follows the next, each with its

own characteristics.

Autumn is a season of starting new things. It’s like you flip the switch and everything starts over: schools, classes, jobs, everyday life. Everyone is setting new goals and making plans to accomplish them in the new year, which begins in September.

The day is getting shorter and the night is getting longer. This can create sadness and a desire to rest and sleep earlier. All week long we are running to catch up with our obligations and waiting for the weekend to relax, have fun and do what we enjoy. So there is no time to be bored, as we find ways to have a good time with the people we love.

And of course, the anticipation of Christmas motivates us every day to complete our tasks, so that when winter comes we can enjoy a period of festive atmosphere and joy.

Anthoula P. Veziri