I noticed the Horse Chestnut down by the river was already turning; mum always says it’s one of the first, leaves changing to a rusty orange. The Rowan is dripping with berries, Hawthorn too, blackberries are hanging heavy and even the first apples are here. The recent windy weather blew lots of fresh hazels off the trees. Don’t tell me it’s not autumn…
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