The Clocks Went Back Today

The days are getting shorter and the clocks went back 

which is great for those who like to sleep in

but for the early birds, like me, it just means I'm up even earlier!

This beautifully illuminated leaf in the late afternoon sun in the park

told me that the big change was coming!

The autumn colours came later than usual because of the very warm

months of September and the first week of October.

On a local walk, I saw a fallen leaf caught in Catalpa pods

The sweet chestnuts are almost ripe and will soon be gathered

and roasted chestnut stands will appear around the town.

Some leaves turn a beautiful shade of pink

and others, like the Ginkgo biloba, also known as Maidenhair Tree

turns a luminous yellow.

I love it when the leaves go from green to yellow to soft orange on the same bush

The Farmer's Markets show off their most beautiful pumpkins

The Hydrangea change colour as the season advances

and even the leaves take on new interesting colours and patterns

Down in the park, the pond reflects the autumn tones

with harmonious ripples

Hanging baskets and urns and window-sills are decorated with

colourful and cheerful chrysanthemums.

It's a beautiful time of the year in this part of the world

and before we know it, there will be snowflakes swirling in the air!

November is quite renowned for a snowfall or two!

I hope that autumn is beautiful, wherever you are.