Apples,
Pumpkins,
Mums, and
Campfires with hot apple cider and cocoa!
I especially love the changing colors, though. In the northeast, especially out in the country, you see it first in the weeds and the mature crops ready for harvest, then the leaves, and finally the grass. Each day, the ordinary becomes new and exciting for the observant, nature-loving person.
For example, the view from my favorite spot has been changing - slowly at first, but daily in the last week!
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| September 3rd |
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| September 24th |
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| September 30th |
Last year, we didn't get to enjoy the colors of fall for long, due to our weather. However, this year, the change is happening gradually and in grandeur! Don and Will's tree science studies tell us that this year's weather not only makes for brilliant color to enjoy, but should also make for a terrific maple season come February or March.
Besides enjoying the beauty of autumn, what else have we been up to lately? Well, if a picture is worth a thousand words....I have about 10,000 to share!
Hiking at local State Parks, adding more trees to our sap collection lines, trail riding and walking at home,
Walking around the nearby lakes,
documenting the changing colors,
cooking over campfires,
creating an obstacle course for our energetic dogs, raising Wiggles and family, jumping horses, and soaking up as much sunshine as we possibly can!!!
Oh, yeah!
We also visited the zoo, recently.
My favorite animal? I'm a Leo, so.... of course, I adore .......
I plan to post some delicious fall recipes that include maple syrup combined with my other favorite fall ingredients, so stay tuned!
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