The Perfect Bath

Everybody around here knows about the cider mill and this time of year some of us autumn enthusiasts are beginning to sense the excitement already.  For those who hail from parts of the country that enjoy fall, a visit to the cider mill has become an essential tradition celebrated annually as soon as the leaves begin to show their true colors.  They are often accompanied by flowing streams, wood-covered bridges and bakeries that produce legendary donuts made from basic yet timeless recipes.  It's simply part of our narrative to enjoy the romances of falling leaves and hot cider while we take photos of our family next to the same tree every single year.  This is the essence with which Earth Berry Apothecary has lovingly crafted their latest soy candle as part of their new fall collection. The label is striking.  Recently I overheard a few friends talking about it at a party and the designer was praised for the intricacy of the rooftop of the mill and I think tha...

M'lady, Many long weeks have passed and the trees have begun to show the first signs of gold returning to their branches.  Each day the sun drifts ever so slightly farther and I am tortured by the light's mocking reflection, for each day is another without your embrace.  How foolish I am to say such words as we've never shared such a delicate embrace nor a touch of hands as this would be so forbidden.   You met me at the festival, our eyes did at least.  It was plain to see for all that you were the princess, dressed so colorfully and regal.  However, my own dress can be deceiving for I am nothing more than a peasant who had stumbled on fine clothing for one day of festivities.  It was I who has caused you such deception, my lady, but how I have waited to find you again. In my tiny hamlet there exists a small grove near the well where I sometimes go at night.  The stars have navigated my way to you but they have also taken me so far away.  At...