Seasonal

Fall is my favorite season in Canada, and I like it because of its beautiful weather and the vibrant colors of the leaves. Hiking with my husband and our two little ones is something I love to do during the fall. When we have gone hiking in the past, we have chosen some provincial parks, such as Point Peel, Pinery Park, and Fanshawe Conservation Area. One of my favorite activities is hiking trails in those parks, which are amazing, and it gives us a chance to observe the leaves that have fallen to the ground. We walk through paths covered with leaves of different colours. My daughter says that it is like walking over a rainbow made of leaves. My kids and I collect leaves of various sizes and colours to make crafts to decorate our home. Also, visiting these parks during fall, we have discovered beautiful spots to take family photos. After capturing numerous photos, we selected a few, had them printed, and we displayed the photos at home to enjoy them. I also find it enjoyable to have a picnic every time we go hiking.

For the past 10 years, the experiences I have been accumulating during the fall have given me the most unforgettable memories of Canada. We can feel how nature shows us that a new beginning is about to start after the winter. Therefore, fall can be a way for us to come up with some reflections about our own lives on how to have a new beginning as well. For example, if we are having some difficulties concentrating due to the distractions these devices around us have created, then we can start a commitment to improve that behavior. Thus, we can also experience a new beginning along with the ones happening in nature. I think this is a good metaphor to explain how nature can make us enjoy it and helps us to experience some changes in our existence.