Signs of Autumn 2024

In the crisp breezes of October, the signs are clear, autumn has arrived in Creekside.  Click or right-click the photos to view them full size.

As the days shorten and the sun rises ever lower, the winds set the rhythms for dances of light and shadows.  Because of our evergreens, the Pacific Northwest pallet tends to be darker.  Fall is the time when deciduous leaf colors puncture the darkness.

"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!  Are we going to sing pumpkin carols?"

A medieval danse macabre summons Creeksiders to Halloween tricks and treats.

When the sun comes out, autumn is the best time to get outside and enjoy nature.  Not too hot, not too cold, not too crowded, it's the quiet, gentle season.

Our pooches should not be allowed Halloween candies containing xylitol or chocolate, but an occasional severed hand is fine.

"Nevermore!"

Autumn reminds us of the inherent cycle of life and renewal in the way nature prepares for winter slumber.  Spiders are out laying their their eggs now, while the trees shed their leaves to replenish the earth,

Ancient ancestor moss, often overlooked, is the lifeblood of habitats worldwide.  A Northern Flicker has found a patch of goodies under the moss to help fatten up for winter.  Elsewhere, an entire ecosystem lives on a stone.  Mosses flourish in the cool dampness of autumn.

"Autumn symbolizes a season of maturity and wisdom with its gentle embrace and vibrant colors. As nature enters a stage of graceful transition, it reflects the knowledge gained through cycles of growth and transformation." 

"Autumn’s crisp air and falling leaves symbolize a season of coziness and comfort. As nature prepares for the colder months ahead, Autumn invites us to find solace in the warmth and comfort of our surroundings."

If autumn is your favorite season, you might also enjoy Creekside Village Autumn 2020.

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