Louisville I Greet You

When I first moved to Florida, we had one tree that would lose its leaves in autumn. I remember helping my father rake those leaves and then jumping into the pile before bagging them. It only happened for a few years but it is one of my earliest memories. I haven’t raked leaves since then but the cycle will now begin again. I have arrived in Louisville as autumn is coming to an end. Winter will be here soon. Over rolling hills, from the south, I am here now.
Louisville is a remarkable gem of a city. It could be a honeymoon phase, but I think I’m in love. She has a subtle wink and a humble sparkle that makes me smile. I feel as if I am living in a movie that is set in a more perfect America, kind hearted friendliness and all. I tend to wonder what took so long to get here but then I recognize that I am where I need to be and it took exactly the right amount of time to get here. What’s to come? I do not know but Louisville I welcome you with open arms as you have done for me.