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Gift #1167: Foliage

There will be a brief interruption in the British Travelogue as we pause for a moment to admire the beauties of foliage, courtesy of the Art Elements Blog challenge theme for September. fo·li·age:  the aggregate of leaves of one or … Continue reading

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Gift #921: Memory of Leaves

Well, here we are on the first of December.  How did we get here so fast?  I have a hard time with this part of the year because I like Christmas decorations and the anticipation of Advent, but I hate … Continue reading

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Black and White Challenge Day 4

After we’ve explored the trunks of trees and wandered up their limbs, we’ll now explore leaves.  I must confess that leaves are in short supply right now.  I did find these Heuchera leaves in the garden.  Last year’s growth is … Continue reading

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Gift #739: Fall jewelry, or more feathers and leaves

Well, it’s the last day of November and I’m rather depressed about saying goodbye to the fall months.  The Christmas tree is up and the pumpkins were removed from the front porch today (which is one of the saddest moments … Continue reading

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Gift #721: Leaves Fall

One of my favorite songs has this phrase in the chorus: “One by one my leaves fall.  One by one my tales are told.”  Isn’t that rich metaphor?  I love imagery that comes to mind as the song likens one’s … Continue reading

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Gift #706: Feathers and Leaves

Whirling and twirling in the wind You can’t tell where a leaf ends and a bird begins Flying high, is that a wing beating, A feather falling, or a moment fleeting? Too fast to see, I cannot tell Perhaps it’s … Continue reading

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Gift #702: Autumn thanks card

Today was “World Cardmaking Day”.  Did you know there was such a thing?  I was informed of it this morning courtesy of an email releasing new stamps in honor of the day.  Well, with such a day as this, nothing … Continue reading

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Gift #554: Elder Tree Shawl

“It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.”  … Continue reading

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Gift #507: Remembering Autumn

It’s the last day of November.  It’s hard to say goodbye to this month.  So today we’ll take a look back at the beautiful autumn we enjoyed in Indy.  It was full of vibrant color and beauty.   I took lots … Continue reading

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Gift #433: Forest floor

For as long as I can remember I’ve been fascinated with the forest floor.  I love looking at the moss, mushrooms, leaves, acorns, pinecones, and other bits that decorate the ground.  It’s fun to look for hidden treasures!  Here are … Continue reading

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