brandib1977 posted: " "In towering splendor once I stoodA regal monarch of the wood,My branches once reached to the skySee me now but do not cry.The Creator's work has yet to ceaseI've become a shelter for bird and beast,And when at last I fall to the EarthThe life I leave wi" Make the Journey Fun
"In towering splendor once I stood A regal monarch of the wood, My branches once reached to the sky See me now but do not cry. The Creator's work has yet to cease I've become a shelter for bird and beast, And when at last I fall to the Earth The life I leave will inspire new birth; A seedling springs forth from the ground Nature's cycle goes round and round." S. Edward Palmer, Spirit Tree
I was devastated when a storm caused this tree to uproot and collapse earlier this year. It's at a park where I walk often and I once looked forward to the shade it generously provided.
Now the mere sight of it hurts.
Imagine my joy last week when I turned the corner and saw a splash of color in the water. Fall is amazing for many reasons, not the least of which is how decay becomes beautiful and joy can be found in the most unexpected moments.
October is my month. It's beautiful, cooler and packed with fun things to do. Falling leaves dance in the crisp air and the aroma of dry leaves mixed with campfire smoke is intoxicating.
Sadly, it's fleeting and the weather is fickle so I try to make the best of every day. It's easier to do that when you realize there's evidence of change and something new to see around every bend.
Here's to beautiful weekend weather and lots of opportunities to get out and enjoy it!
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