part of the process

is in the knowing,

accepting when it’s 

time to move forward,

to let go, without a 

look backwards, like 

bidding farewell to a 

child leaving home

dressed in her best 

dress, coat and hat, 

all burnt reds, golds, 

russets, deep maroons 

and marmalades, 

the secret is not to be 

sad or sorry for oneself,

share the optimism

of renewal, of strength,

of change, it will be 

different next year but

you will recognize the

subtle signs, remember 

children grow very quickly

 

© GRS 10/24