Autumn Moments

I have only done a little autumn decorating inside this year. 

As always, nature has made it's own decoration outside. Ablaze in red and gold, our Flaming Maple Tree was in its full glory this week.  I just love this tree, my little grocery store close out sapling I found and planted 25 years ago.  Every year, it never disappoints. It's leaves turned from green to red and gold within just a couple of weeks.

 Then, just as quickly the first autumn thunderstorm comes through with wind and slashing rain. 

Now where did I put my rake!

These perfect little droplets of water left on these leaves after the storm were captivating.

" each leaf becomes a miniature jewel box, displaying the glistening diamonds of raindrops" 

Have a blessed day!

Adieu!

 

Walking in the Arboretum

 A few days ago I woke up to the sound of the rain that had  been falling on the roof all night.  We had a little respite yesterday, but with more storms on the way, it won't be long before the brilliant autumn foliage of the season will only be a memory as late fall takes over. That's why I was so happy that I was able to take one last autumn walk with a friend through her neighborhood and local arboretum. 

Sometimes I think it might be nice to live in an old fashioned neighborhood. My friend's street was lined with lovely trees in all stages of color.

The arboretum was just a few blocks away.

The first hard frost hadn't come yet so there were still a few late summer flowers scattered among the evergreens and maples.

 

There is just something so incredibly peaceful about a walk through a garden. The world seems to stop for just a little while.

 

"We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and

restlessness.  God is the friend of silence.  See how nature - trees,

flowers, grass - grows in silence. See the stars, the moon and the sun,

how they move in silence...We need silence to be able to touch souls."

Mother Theresa

 

 Thank you for stopping by and may God fill you with his blessings.

Adieu! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Autumn Decorating

In the two weeks since we have been home we have watched the leaves on the Flame Maple quickly change from green to a beautiful mixture of red and gold, and just as quickly fall to the ground in great clumps.  I was so glad we were able to be home to enjoy the tree in its full autumn glory.

I have been busily decorating as I try to capture that wonderful feeling of autumn crispness and color throughout the inside.

The front porch

The Entry

 

The Living Room

 

I found this new autumn scene for the wall.

 New throw pillows as well.

 

The Dining Room

 

I am still trying to decide what I want to do for a centerpiece for the table.

In another week all of the leaves from the maple will be on the ground, but I will still be able to enjoy the fall colors around the neighborhood and in the house for weeks to come.  Blessings to each one who stops by.

Adieu!