Signs

 I am seeing the signs of summer winding down.  There is a different feel to the air.   Morning mists are more apparent...

Ironweed  has appeared...

Strawberry vanilla hydrangea is starting to turn that lovely soft mauve...

Ripe tomatoes are on the daily menu...

Acorns and falling leaves are being found underfoot...

 Yes, the signs are here...summer is beginning to wave goodbye.  May all of you enjoy the rest of your week.

Hugs

Debbie

"And God said, "Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to separate the day from the night, and let them serve as signs to mark seasons and days and years."  Genesis 1:14 (NIV)

A Certain Vibe

 August has a certain vibe.  It does not take the turn of the calendar to let one know it has arrived.

For many years it was one of the least favorite months for me.  There was the realization that summer was winding down and the holiday spirit that marked the beginning of the season was disappearing.

Now though, I have come to appreciate August.  I welcome the cicadas and the crickets' songs.  When night comes they remind me that they have been missing up until this time.

The appearance of Queen Anne's Lace, 

purple iron weed popping up and

these apples getting ready to drop are all incredible blessings that come during August's visit.

Also all the hard work that was done in the early months is beginning to bear fruit.  

Yes friends, each moment we must look for joy because these days follow the last and they too will pass.

So let us celebrate August.  God Bless!

Debbie

"However many years a man may live, let him enjoy them all. " Eccl. 11:8a (NIV)