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only human, I still sometimes forget, but deep down in my heart, I know I will be taken care of.

The browns and rusts represent the bittersweet feelings of remembrances of those who have passed, and relationships that have faded. I'm not talking about regrets. I'm talking about memories. I can still be here now, but I will always have my memories. I don't want to forget those who have gone before.

The oranges bring to my mind the importance of health of the body. It becomes even more important when we start to become older. I think of the healthy orange foods. Healthy eating is just part of taking good care of my body. I've found that it's actually fun to take good care of my body. Exercise makes me feel so good. Eating and drinking healthy has helped me lose weight, which is helping me look so much better, and inspiring me to dress better, get manicures, etc.

The purples of the fall flowers, like the mums and asters, represent to me the appreciation of all good things in life. Just noticing a butterfly hanging on my butterfly bush, watching my kitties chase each other, the smell of a rose, the laughter of children, the sound of birds chirping early in the morning, so many things the list could be endless. Theses things have always been there, but I was often too busy to notice.

The dark green brings to mind the wisdom that can only come from age. And, I believe it can only come from age if I allow myself to learn from my mistakes. Admitting I have done wrong, and that I have made a mistake is how I learn. From that comes wisdom. Always blaming others and being afraid to admit that I have made mistakes keeps me ignorant. So, growing older has given me more in the way of intelligence.

Now, instead of feeling like I lost my youth, and that I had lost so much like I felt a few months ago, I feel like I have gained so much by being at this stage of my life. Instead of feeling sorry for myself for never being able to be young again, I feel thankful to have reached the autumn of my years. I am happy to be right where I am, in this beautiful autumn season.

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