autumn

Have you ever thought about the life of a leaf? Just think, its life is quite interesting – it is only through death that new life begins in the spring. With each new bud, beauty arises until a leaf is formed; like so many others. In springtime we enjoy the disappearing snow and regenerated life; in summer we take it for granted. As summertime takes hold of our senses, each leaf looks very much like the rest. It is not until summer fades into autumn that we are able to appreciate each leaf, with its unique characteristics. Autumn, in all its beauty, is only the mark of death to come. Why then did God make it so beautiful?