Down in the woods today

As the evening sun illuminates our prospect tonight

We ponder that one day is left of October and throughout the month we have received surprises of sun and warmth.  Today was due to be overcast but the sun forced through and now, nearing nine pm, it is 15 degrees outside with a strong twelve mph southerly breeze giving a lot of movement to the branches.

These branches are showing themselves again as leaves tumble down.  They told us Autumn comes early here – I think they mean finishes early as by not too far into November the trees will be bare.

Meanwhile we rejoice in the day by day transformation of the woodland

and watch as the seasonal rhythm pulsates

and… Ducks Of The Day: