Autumn Splendor

In the face of so much human-made cacophony and ugliness all across the world, I don't have many words today. Nature, on the other hand, continues to speak eloquently, especially during this transitional season in the northern hemisphere. You saw the glory of aspen trees of the higher elevations in a post two weeks ago. Today … Continue reading Autumn Splendor

It’s That Time of Year Again

Autumn in Colorado would be incomplete without at least one excursion to experience the changing of the aspen leaves. The annual spectacle is highly awaited and appreciated by residents and visitors alike, and the predictions for this year’s colors, which are dependent on numerous factors, have been promising, thanks to copious spring and early summer … Continue reading It’s That Time of Year Again

Aspenglow

Why do we keep taking photos of the same subject over and over, even though our archives likely contain the very plant or animal motif many times over? Is it because we always hope for a technically improved or aesthetically more pleasing image? Possibly. But I think more often than not it’s done simply to … Continue reading Aspenglow

Autumn Is In The Air

Autumn is a lovely time of year Cooler days are finally here. Flora’s summer colors still hang on, Are enriched by fall attire most plants don.   As forests get ready to shed their coverings I gleefully pull on woolen leggings. Thick sweaters are my favorite things to wear, Help the coming frigid months to … Continue reading Autumn Is In The Air

A German Posy

While what is supposed to be winter in Colorado Springs has only brought one short-lived snowfall, which has already receded into memory, and the landscape, instead of being clad in a snow-white suit is wearing a drab brown cloak, my mind wanders back to those autumn days in Germany still draped in colorful garb. My … Continue reading A German Posy