Writing Prompt|Fall Contest

If You Go Down To The Woods Today, Be Sure Of A Big Surprise.

DEP Fall Contest

Another enchanting and picturesque time of the year to revel in is the fall or Autumn. Throughout the years, I’ve affectionately held the view that this particular season is the most awe-inspiring.

Autumn paints a cosy picture in the mind of captivating shades of toasted orange and chocolate brown, as the foliage gradually sheds its vibrant green hues. It is time to start utilising our chopped wood and kindling the log burner, infusing our home with warmth and comfort.

Foraging For Health

Yet, what really exhilarates me about fall is embarking on a forest trip accompanied by my ever-patient companion, Bobby, and my trusty foraging basket.

I excitedly gather basketfuls of chanterelle mushrooms and porcinis. The amount I can collect is so plentiful that I take the extra step of drying and jarring them, for storage and hearty casseroles during the winter season.

Mushrooms, a vital source of vitamin D, are paramount to consume during this period of the year, providing natural immunity against the common cold and flu as winter approaches — a reflection I feel of their current abundance.

In the Scottish Highlands, known for the winter cold, the mushrooms tend to grow exceptionally large; nature always knows what we need and provides accordingly.

The Magical Amanita Muscaria

The Amanita Muscaria mushroom has always held a special enchantment for me. As a young child, I was captivated by the sheer magic and fascination of these mushrooms.

In those early years, I believed that fairies and brownies made their homes within these mushrooms. Perhaps it was the influence of the captivating Enid Blyton books, such as “The Magic Faraway Tree” and “The Enchanted Wood,” which I read during my formative years.

Now, in the later stages of my life, I still cherish and nurture that childlike wonder. The belief in fairies, no matter how whimsical, continues to bring a sense of joy and magic to my days. It’s a delightful reminder of the imaginative and carefree spirit we carry within us, regardless of our age.

Thank you for reading today

Thank you Annelise Lords God and nature provide us with everything. Such a beautiful piece.

The moon captivates me too, thank you Dr. Gabriella Korosi for your magical moon insights.

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