There is a time in the last few days of summer when the ripeness of autumn fills the air. Rudolfo Anaya
Even though the calendar says we’ve passed from summer to autumn the few weeks between September 21st and the middle of October always feel like an extended summer in the PNW with subtle shifts in light and leaf color our only cues that change is indeed on the way. Mornings are darker, the sun sits lower on the horizon and colors move from all encompassing green to warmer reds and oranges while daytime temperatures rival the best our summer had to offer.
We’re in one of these perfect periods now and I’m trying to ignore the fact that it will soon come to an end so I can simply relax, live in the moment and enjoy the best of both seasons.
Northwest Frame of Mind 
How majestic your photograph is, Lisa. It took my breath away!! Enjoy the Moment for we both know what is soon to come. ☺️
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Thanks so much, Amy! I hope you are finding time to enjoy the outdoors this weekend too. 🙂
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I AM!! (smiling!)
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It is my favorite time to hike as the cold at night kills the bugs!
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A great point, Tony!
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We really are in a peaceful time of year, but I’d love to see this scene you’ve captured when the leaves turn colors. Such a gorgeous place!
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I’m tempted to go back for just that reason, Rusha!
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Gorgeous!!
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Thank you! It’s Ryan’s favorite hike so we try to get there at least once a year. 🙂
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Oh my goodness, Lisa. Your photo and the way you describe the last days of summer makes me yearn for something similar. 🙂 Enjoy!
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Thank you Debra! I hope you’re enjoying a relaxing Sunday evening. 🙂
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