| | Hail, old October, bright and chill,
First freedman from the summer sun!
Spice high the bowl, and drink your fill!
Thank heaven, at last the summer's done!
âThomas Constable (1812â81) |
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Birthstone for October October Birthstone: Color and Meaning The October birthstone, the opal, symbolizes faithfulness and confidence. The word comes from the Latin opalus, meaning âprecious jewel,â and from the Greek word opallios, meaning âto see a change in color.â |
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Birth Flowers for October October Birth Flowers Both of the October birth flowers are colorful annuals that thrive in full sun. |
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