Tag: autumn leaves

Fall’s Last Hurrah

It’s cold and damp in the Great Northwest and the garden is spent. Most of the leaves are on the ground, tracked into my house, and in the lawn with the mushrooms that have cropped up. We’re expecting a cyclone bomb (make that a… Continue Reading “Fall’s Last Hurrah”

A Riot of Color at Coulon Park

Yes, indeed, it’s that time of year. Every few days, I’ve been visiting the park waiting for peak color to arrive. Arrive it did, yesterday. And yes, I dressed for the occasion. Can you guess what this week’s Sunday Stills Challenge is? Yep, Leaves… Continue Reading “A Riot of Color at Coulon Park”

Falling Leaves at Nolte State Park

Yesterday we took a walk at Nolte State Park through the woods, around Deep Lake. We love it any time of year, but especially during autumn. It was still mostly green, but there was a hint of color in the trees. Leaves are starting… Continue Reading “Falling Leaves at Nolte State Park”

Stacking Wood and Hummingbird in Flight

A misty day in the Pacific Northwest and I offer to help my husband stack wood. The fragrance of the freshly split Douglas Fir is indescribable, as we load the wheelbarrow, taking turns delivering the contents to the woodshed. The path is lined with… Continue Reading “Stacking Wood and Hummingbird in Flight”

Wonderful World of Color – From the West to the East!

So much color to be found across these United States of America and I’m not done sharing it yet! You’ve already seen some images from my favorite local park in Renton, Washington. The entrance to Gene Coulon Park is lined with maple trees that… Continue Reading “Wonderful World of Color – From the West to the East!”

I Brake for the Leaves of Autumn!

Well, I’d like to, though I admit it’s not always possible! A major road near my house is lined with gold – gold! – the leaves on the trees form a canopy above and cast a glow below. How often I wished I could… Continue Reading “I Brake for the Leaves of Autumn!”

October in Color

This beautiful fall day deserved a walk at Coulon Park, fish and chips at Ivar’s and basking in the fall colors. Don’t you agree? For (mostly) #WordlessWednesday. ~ Susanne

On the Street Where I Live

Some days I don’t feel like walking far; I just need some fresh air and beauty. Thankfully, there’s a park at the end of my street full of color. ~ Susanne

Ruby Red Fall

Fall is full of glorious red in the leaves in the salmon that return to spawn in last night’s sunset. Sharing with Sunday Stills Photo Challenge. ~ Susanne

Frosty Leaves

Winter is coming. Sharing with Sunday Stills and Cee’s Flower of the Day. ~ Susanne