Here are some strange Autumn Facts...
The Autumn equinox is different each year...
Whilst the Autumn equinox happens every September, each year it lands on a different date, normally either September 22nd or 23rd. The equinox is when the sun is directly in line with the Earth’s celestial equator, meaning day and night are of equal length.
Autumn was once called Harvest...
The Autumn season once had a completely different name; during the 12th and 13th centuries in England, Autumn was known as ‘haerfest’, or in today’s spelling, ‘harvest’.
The term “fall” isn’t exclusive to America...
The phrase was commonly used in England up until the 17th century, derived from – unsurprisingly – the shortening of the phrase “fall of the leaf”.
Autumn can affect your health...
Researchers beleive that the lower levels of Vitamin D from shorter days and less contact with the sunshine plays a role in Autumn
and Winter weight gain.
Bobbing for Apples is a British invention...
The original game was actually once a British courting ritual.
As Mark Twain said: Truth is stranger than fiction.
On this day in History....
In 1888, The first issue of National Geographic Magazine was published, and it became famous for its richly illustrated articles on the various geographic regions of the world.
In 1937, English writer J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, a coming-of-age fantasy that became a classic, was published.
In 1994, The first episode of Friends aired on NBC, and the show became one of the most popular sitcoms in the United States.
In 2004, The American band Green Day released its iconic American Idiot, which later won a Grammy Award for best rock album and was adapted into a rock opera.
And Much much more, yet another very interesting day in history!
Today's Idiom of the day is:
TURN OVER A NEW LEAF
What does it mean?
Turning over a new leaf means starting something new, from the beginning.
Starting something in a different or better way to get a better result.
Example: ‘I have decided to turn over a new leaf. I am going to start doing all my homework and assignments to get the best possible grade I can.’
A leaf here refers to a page, the page of a book.
When you turn a page, you get a new one, a blank page to start afresh.
Facts to `Fall` in love with
Fun Facts about Fall
Catching a Falling leaf is thought to be good luck!
Fall is the time of year when most people have their Birthdays, get engaged or fall in love, what a sweet time of year!
Fall is also a great time to watch the sky, you can see Mercury clear and bright, spot harvest moons lighting up the night, and even the northern lights are at their best!
If you like Fall Food, then You`ll be excited to know pumpkin and other fall veggies grow on every continent of the world, so everyone can share in these tasty treats.
there are also over 7,500 types of apple! so many different flavors to try, and they`ll help you be healthier when winter comes!
Here are some more interesting facts about Autumn or Fall...
It's believed that the word 'Autumn' comes from the Etruscan word 'autu' which means 'a change in season'.
In the Irish (Gaeilge) language, September is known as 'Meán Fómhair' which can be translated to mean 'middle of Autumn' in English.
In China, the Autumn Equinox is a celebrated moon festival.
During Autumn, trees produce fresh conkers which have been used for centuries for games and competitions.
The tradition of carving pumpkins for Halloween was invented by the Irish, but they used potatoes or turnips instead. It wasn't until the 19th Century, where mass numbers of Irish communities moved to America, when pumpkins were used instead.
Those who live close to the equator will never experience Autumn, as the sunlight in these areas remains consistent.
Fall is a beautiful time of year and there are lots of things to do.
Here are some fun fall activities to try!
Take some crayons and paper and create beautiful leaf rubbings, great for gift wrapping
Go on a nature walk and play I spy.
Jump in piles of swishy leaves
collect acorns and leaves to make cute accessories or little acorn dolls for luck!
If you like Halloween, you could decorate a pumpkin, visit a maze or test yourself in a haunted house
and of course Fall has lots of hearty food to warm you up, vegetable stews, roasts, and all sorts of apple and pumpkin treats
Fall is such A Wonderful season, make sure you take some time to enjoy it!
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Today's idiom of the day is:
THE APPLE OF MY EYE
What does it mean?
If you are described as the apple of someone’s eye, consider yourself very lucky. It means they have a soft spot for you. You are loved and cherished above all others.
Example: “I love all my children but my youngest will always be the apple of my eye.”
Warm apple pies, apple bobbing or harvesting ripe apples.
There are plenty of ways that fall (Autumn) and apples go hand-in-hand.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Doesn’t Taste Like Pumpkin
There isn’t even any real pumpkin in it either. Pumpkin pie spice is the mixture used in pumpkin pies. Today you can find pumpkin pie spice flavored lattes, donuts, cookies, candles, and even air fresheners.
You Can See the Brightest Full Moon in Fall
The full moon in the fall that occurs during the equinox is much brighter (almost orange) and rises much earlier than a typical full moon. This full moon, called the Harvest Moon) occurs sometime in September or October and it was very helpful for farmers who used the moonlight to help harvest their crops
Fall Leaf Colors are Caused by Sugar
Everyone loves those colorful leaf colors in the fall from vibrant reds to eye-popping bright oranges, but did you know that the color the leaves turn is based on how much sugar is in the leaves?
People born in Autumn live longer
A study in the Journal of Aging Research found that babies born during the autumn months are more likely to live to 100 than those born during the rest of the year. Their study found that 30 % of US centenarians born during 1880-1895 were born in the autumn months.
and much much more, what a wonderful, interesting time Fall is!
Here are some fun phrases to kick off the Autumn season!
Pumpkin Kisses and Harvest Wishes
Autumn Skies and Pumpkin Pies
Autumn Leaves and Pumpkins Please
Sweater Weather
Leaves Are Falling, Autumn is Calling
All seasons have their rhymes, these make for extra fun times!
