"Beauty without colour seems somehow to belong to another world."
~ Murasaki Shikibu
Asiatic Lily
(popping potted lily for late summer interest)
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"We only part to meet again."
~ John Gay
"There is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October." ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne Up driveway and overhead sky (Click on all photos for larger view ) 'Wa-gi-daa-king' Autumn South shore drive South Shore view West Branch River West Shore Drive Tamarack Island Old Marina Down hill Mt. Maria view Down hill Mt. Maria Remains of the Day (October Sunset)
Comments
Eileen
I'm glad to see the end of this hot summer, but I hope the beautiful weather of this early fall stays forever!
That's a hot photo.
I like the John Gay quote.
How sweet, dearest Edith. Your take on life is always unique. Thank you.
Agree Eileen. I like them in bald spots.
Thank you, Carol. All too soon, many leaves will be this same fiery color.
It was indeed a very hot/challenging summer, Rose, with too many grueling days in the garden. Now we are in dire need of rain. But thank you and I agree, Asiatic Lilies are delightful.
Hi Kate. Thanks and go for it! Actually, I've had better weekends (wake/funeral for old dear friend) but do hope yours was wonderful.
Hey, thanks Rob. Hope your kickin' back a bit with a fine glass of wine after your scurried summer. But my, it looks like you live in Paradise and my kind of heaven!
Clever, imac. Thanks :)
Thanks, dear Shady. We go up almost every week for a long weekend. Still much detail for both here and there. Since we go up all year round, we don't close the cottage but the boats, hoists, docks and deck/porch furniture must all still be cleaned and tucked away.
That is so kind, Chad. Thank you.
The rich color, not too red or orange, grabbed me, jodi. I actually purchased it up north for a small gathering at the cottage then brought it back here to enjoy. A gift to my self that keeps on giving :)
Thank you, Clare. Though not yet ready for autumn, yes, a hint of fall is definitely in the air.
Thank you, dear Kala. Your last photo agreed with this quote.
Me either, Rosey. Thank you.
Wonderful, uplifting colour in your collage.
Esther