Fall's Beautiful Colors

"We have everything here a scarecrow could want, the fall harvest, the beauty of the changing colors, apple cider, pumpkins and cornstalks." ~Mary Martin

I have been absolutely enthralled with this fall season's brilliant and elaborate colors. Here, in Northern California, we are fortunate to have them late into the season. Last year, there was snow in my front yard. It's great to be back in California! Although the snow is pretty during the holiday season, I do love sunshine and the way it sparkles and makes all of the fall colors pop!

Technical difficulties have kept me from posting for most of November. I'm hoping to remedy my situation by purchasing a much needed new computer (mac book pro) soon. I have learned two three four things:

• I am only as good as my tools.
• I am able to do what I can when I can with what I have.
• Not being online as much gave me more time to do other things--(paint, cook, take photo walks)
• I sooo appreciate my computer!

First Frost

Wishing you all good things.

Wednesday Gratitude

This week I have had gratitude for:

• warm apple crisp and a cup of tea
• the sweater that keeps me warm on chilly mornings
• the beautiful sunlight that reflects off of the bright yellow leaves of fall
• all of the stunning creativity I see on the blogs that I follow (you are all so amazing!!)

I would love to hear what you have gratitude for today.

Have a wonderful week!

The Colors of Fall

It's so beautiful to see the trees all adorned in their finery at this time of the year.

The bright red and gold colors of the leaves are absolutely spectacular. 

My drive to work is more pleasant than usual with the sparkling light of the sun catching all those colors and creating a kaleidoscope of wonder.

It's fascinating, isn't it, how the seasons come and go, each with their own personalities and colors. 

Fall is definitely a colorful fanfare, calling in the upcoming holidays and urging us to celebrate, prepare and renew.

 "Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree."

~Emily Bronte