Nature Notes - Before Fall

Gus wanted to go for a backroad ramble yesterday, so we loaded up the car and took off toward the river access. 

The bright colors of summer wildflowers are gone, now all are a muted yellow. The light greens of spring and deep greens of summer are tinged with brown. Still beautiful.

The river, where we often saw kayakers, is in dire need of a good rain.

The corn is starting to turn. Now is the time for farmers to get their equipment ready for harvest.

At the access, Hubs took Gus for a walk while I made my way to this awesome birdwatching bench ... a new addition this summer.

I'm happy Mr. Thompson enjoyed this area. I do, too. And I appreciate his family's tribute.

As I sat there, a cottonwood leaf settled down beside me. When I looked up, I saw another, then another. A sure sign fall is on its way. This tall tree is officially calling it a season.

I heard the sweet song of a warbling vireo. I'm sure he wanted to have his picture taken, but he was high overhead and refused to land on a branch with a better view for my camera, so I took the shot anyway. 

Gus has discovered a love for 'pup cups' at the local ice cream shop. He insisted. :)

Then back home for burgers on the gill courtesy of Chef Grandson.

Today, will be for enjoying a walk outside in this beautiful weather—sunny and 78°—and a good movie later in the day. 

Hope everyone has a wonderful Labor Day holiday.

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