Walking

I took a walk tonight. I rather enjoyed myself, I have to say. It's been a long time since I've done anything like that, any of my late night walking. I used to feel the need so often and almost always took msyelf up on it. This neighborhood typically feels oppressive to me, though. Unwelcoming. It was nice to get out.

Autumn is truly approaching, after such a long wait. There's a tiny touch of chill to the air, leaves begin to carpet the ground. The scent of fall rides on the breeze. I do love the smell of rotting leaves - it reminds me of a mother's mourning dress. The heartbroken mother wears a veil of bare branches, a bodice of fog, and a long train of molding wet leaves.

The rabbits are out in spades tonight, as well. It's nice to see. I appreciate their directness, their focus on a goal. It helps to move my mind along.

The night is long, but not for me. Good night.