Autumn Sunshine

We have been blessed with glorious sunshine today and 93 degree temperatures, just as Tornados loom in the Ohio valley.

The gardens here are gorgeous, filled with colours, shapes and forms that all change gradually as the seasons move on.
Our hummingbird feeder is empty after only three days. Admittedly, I only filled it with 2 ounces of sugar water but its a joy to see the beautiful little bird feeling so at home.
Nicholas

And alongside the beauty of the gardens in summer...the first hints of change...

In the hills surrounding Dryden and Ithaca are the initial bright flashes of gold and russet that later will become so astonishingly beautiful as the green landscape gives way to spectacular autumn. 

My excitement at being back in America at this time of year is palpable in my spirit. Autumn was always my favourite season, crisp and refreshing after the long, hot days of summer, with it came the beginning of a new school year, the smell of bonfires, joy of hayrides, and tastes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and apple cider. 

In so many ways, autumn seemed liked the beginning of the year for me much more than January 1st ever did.

So, we are poised for a change of season, a deepening of beauty, and a reminder that this is an opportunity to let go of all that is no longer needed, in order that we might be open to the new growth awaiting us. 
Judy