Thursday 14 May 2015

Autumn ~ From Balmy to Biting


Stirring the porridge on the wood stove I think back to the beginning of May
 when the full moon was out. 
There was a warmth in the air, moisture too.  
That's what caused the fabulous rainbow ring around the moon.  




I scurried up the hill to the west in the early morning



The light shining on this web was just like the ring around the moon the night before.


 I was just in time to catch that same full moon going down behind the farmland.


The mist lifted to reveal bright autumn foliage on the liquid amber trees.


By afternoon the sun's heat tricked us all into thinking that summer had never left. 
The bugs came out in their masses, great feasts for the birds!








The evening sun slid slowly out of sight leaving us bathed in it's warm glow.



Fast forward a week or so and things are changing fast. 
The wind whooshes through the trees and leaves are defenseless, 
falling falling falling....




A chill fills the air, summer's really gone.  Winter's not here yet,
but from the feel of that bite in the wind, it won't be long.



It's comforting to think that whatever the season, 
wherever we are,
 that same moon shine's down on all of us. 


22 comments:

  1. Fabulous photos - I can almost feel the chill in the air. Such a contrast to here where everything is greening up, but as you say, it's the same moon shining down.

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    1. Thank you so much Anne, and it's good to hear that your Spring is well under way....summer soon!

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  2. Jane, you see so much beauty everywhere you go and I feel so honored that you share it with us. The rainbow within the spider web is amazing as well as the ring around the moon. Last night when we went to bed, I notice how light it was outside. Looking out the window the sky was filled with these awesome clouds and somehow they were all so reflective, it was a very unusual sight. I had to call Steve to the window to see, but did I run out to see if I could capture it and share it . . . no . . . I was too cozy in my pajamas and ready for bed. You on the other hand would have captured it and shared it with the world. You are a far sweeter woman than I am :) I love that you stop and smell the roses and that I can stop for a moment and see the world through your eyes.

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    1. I don't blame you at all for not going out to take that photo Connie.....but couldn't you have sent Steve out?!!
      I hadn't thought of it as stopping and smelling the roses, but I suppose that is right. I sometimes feel that life is such a big rush, but with my camera in my pocket I have an excuse to stop and smell whatever I like! Thanks always Connie, you super sweet lady :)

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  3. You are so right, we all look to the same moon. I am sighing, your photos are of an outstanding beauty!

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    1. Well that's a very kind thing to say Janneke, and I so enjoy sighing at the moon with you :)

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  4. I enjoyed the moon too, but didn't go out to photograph it. Lovely photos and story, moving through the day and week.

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    1. Thank you so much, Anita, for your generous words and for persisting when I know you were having problems with commenting.

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  5. Your photos are so beautiful, so peaceful and serene. And the scenery is stunning!

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    1. Your kind words encourage me to continue to share the world around me.

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  6. Oh! such beauty ! Your words and images weave a magical poem.

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    1. Thank you so much Amélie, what a nice thing to say. When it comes to magic, you really do know how to make it happen on your pages.

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  7. Breathtaking photographs as always Jane. Just as you're entering winter, we're entering summer here in France! Xxx

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    1. That's right Katherine, it's difficult to get your head around sometimes isn't it! I wish you a lovely summer, and don't forget we may not share the same season but we do share the same moon :)

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  8. Radiant photos! Your posts always remind me to stop "all the busy" that encompasses our daily lives and enjoy the beautiful world we live in.

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    1. Deb, thank you for saying that. I have been trying to work out exactly the focus of my blog, and you have put in words exactly what I would like. Thank you so much!

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  9. Stunning photos! Well worth getting up early :-)
    Nature is changing quickly at this time of year.
    Amalia
    xo

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    1. Things seem to be slower early in the morning, but maybe that's just me....I know I am Amalia! On your side of the world everything will be bursting into bloom, exciting!

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  10. Your photos are wonderful Jane, makes me want to get out into the countryside, you really are in a beautiful part of the world.

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    1. Thanks Anna. You are right, this is a lovely part of Australia and coming, like you, from the UK originally, I never cease to be amazed by the variety of landscapes to be found here.

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  11. What wonder this planet are. I am experiencing spring and you are taking in the Autumn. Enjoy the chill, the crispy air and the beautiful coloured leaves on the trees on these magnificent views around where you live. And thank you for visiting and leaving me a sweet note, I really appreciate it !

    ~ Aina ~

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    1. This world is a wonder indeed Aina! Your soft Spring looks so gentle....enjoy :) Jane

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