A few weeks ago, the Japanese Maple tree on our front lawn presented us with an amazing fiery display. For about ten days, each day it was a little more brilliant than the day before.
And then, before we knew it, the leaves began to dry, and the wind started to carry them away, leaving us just a tantalizing hint of the brilliant performance.
Still colourful, but now more muted, folding up its tent for the season and getting ready to hibernate. Nature, ever-changing, with a plan.
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The Retiring Sort 
Gorgeous pictures – what great colors!
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Thanks! 🙂
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I have one of those on my lawn, too…. and it is just brilliant for about a week each year. People driving by actually brake their cars to stop and stare. I love Fall!
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That’s fabulous! Fall is wonderful, isn’t it?
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I do wish they stay longer, but it’s just nice to able to see the changes. The fiery reds and oranges, especially.
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I agree… it really was so cheerful and pretty!
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What fire you captured. Nice
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Thank you – glad you enjoyed it!
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Beautiful pictures! Autumn is my favorite season!
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Mine too – Glad you enjoyed the pics!
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Watching the seasons change, it reminds me of the Wizard of Oz. Dorthy said, “My! People come and go so quickly here!” But, I’d change the word people, to seasons. Beautiful photos. I miss the changing seasons.
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Thanks – I do love the change of seasons – and I especially love Autumn!
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