Autumn colors have been celebrated in literature, legends, songs, and works of art since ancient times. It

was recognized as a scientific phenomenon as early as 285 B.C. by Theophrastus, the Greek philosopher and

natural scientist, who included comments on the shedding of leaves from trees in his lectures. Because a clear

understanding of the causes of fall coloration was lacking, a number of legends evolved to explain the riot of

color that develops with the change of seasons.

Legends include the mythical Jack Frost who supposedly brings reds and purples to the forest by

pinching the leaves with his icy fingers. The hues of yellow, gold, and brown are mixed on his paint palette and

applied with quick broad strokes of his brush as he silently moves among the trees to decorate them.

Halloween's roots can be traced back to Celtic culture in Ireland. According to their "Druid" religion, November 1st was New Years' on their calendar. The celebration would begin on October 31st ,and last into the following day. The spirits of all who died in the prior year, would rise up and roam the earth on this night.

Halloween as it is currently celebrated with costumes, trick or treat, and superstitions, takes from this Druid Holiday.

Here at Rebels we love to see the fall colors used in tags and offered

Halloween is one of Rowan's favorite holidays. So bring on the spooky tags!

Our Marathon this year falls on Oct 9th thru Oct 12th. Join us for the fun!

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