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Fall Poems
by Jamie Edson Opielski

Falling Autumn

The nights are cooler-
days are beautiful.
The leaves on the
trees turning different
shades of brown.
All forms of life
making changes to adjust
for the wintry season yet to come.
Everyone, beings and creatures alike
seem to become playfully feisty.
That's what I love about
this time of year-
The slight touch of crispness
in the air, that effects us all.
Not cold enough for a jacket,
just a sweater and a good
cup of hot chocolate...

Jamie Edson Opielski
Copyright © 2021 Jamie Edson Opielski

Playtime

SHHH! Hear that?
What's that sound?
Magic pumpkins bouncing around?
No way, pumpkins can't bounce!
It's two lil scarecrows
Dancing about.
Playing in the cornstalks
Weaving in and out.
A game of hide-n-seek
"OH, I'll scare you out!"
Straw hats and patched pants,
Happy lil smiles.
Time to get back to work
And keep the crows out!
And later tonight, you can
Rest assure, they'll make
Playtime in the haystacks
And the ole corn fields...

Jamie Edson Opielski
Copyright © 2017 Jamie Edson Opielski

Fall Family Fun

  • Country rides to look at the trees rainbow of leaves.
  • Hay rides full of kids enthralled by the horse, the smells and sounds of fall.
  • Visits to the pumpkin patch to find the "best" pumpkin for our porch. The, oh- so- serious discussion of size and shape---must have a flat side to carve the most perfectly ghoulish face. Doughnuts and cider from the country store.
  • Poster paint to decorate pumpkins, the pumpkin pie size are especially nice for this
  • Walk, or if paved paths, rollerblade or bicycle through the woods
  • Last leisurely canoe trip up the river or creek
  • Make Halloween costumes

Falling leaves of red and, golden brown. The smell of a fireplace burning as the almost cool wind touches your face. Pumpkins, ghosts and goblins visit porches throughout the neighbor. Fall is here! State Tourism Offices - Where to See Fall Colors

Free printable kids coloring pages - Horses, Insects, fish and more

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Red Cross Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Adults

With witches, goblins, and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across America, the American Red Cross offers parents some safety tips to help prepare their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday. Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment, and following some common sense practices can keep events safer and more fun.

  • Walk, slither, and sneak on sidewalks, not in the street.
  • Look both ways before crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.
  • Cross the street only at corners.
  • Don't hide or cross the street between parked cars.
  • Wear light-colored or reflective-type clothing so you are more visible. (And remember to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)
  • Plan your route and share it with your family. If possible, have an adult go with you.
  • Carry a flashlight to light your way.
  • Keep away from open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flammable.)
  • Visit homes that have the porch light on.
  • Accept your treats at the door and never go into a stranger's house.
  • Use face paint rather than masks or things that will cover your eyes.
  • Be cautious of animals and strangers.
  • Have a grown-up inspect your treats before eating. And don't eat candy if the package is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard for young children.

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