First Sign of Autumn

Hiding in a sea of green leaves, I noticed these few red ones who dared to show their
real colors in anticipation of the fall. (click to enlarge)
Fujifilm X-T4; 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 lens @ 400mm; 1/500th sec. @ f/11; ISO 400

It's about this time of year that I start looking closely at any and all trees for the first sign of autumn.  Usually I can find a tree or two with a couple of leaves that turn prematurely.  The other day, I found my tree in a local cemetery.  The peak week for fall foliage color in SE Virginia normally occurs around the second week in November.  So finding leaves that have turned a full two months early is a treat.

I love the fall season.  I can't wait to say goodbye to the heat and humidity of summer and welcome the cooler, dryer weather of fall.  I can't wait for the leaves to show their real colors and give us a splendid natural show.  That is why I look for the first vestiges of the upcoming fall season in the way of a few leaves turning color.  

When I saw the red leaves, my outlook instantly changed.  I felt a little lift in my spirits in anticipation of what is to come and a smile came to my face.  My day was made.

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Thanks for looking. Enjoy!  

Dennis A. Mook  

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