In a world of war and conflict, social and political malaise, it sure is nice to step from the beaten path into autumn’s colorful serenity. With recent trips into the Adirondacks (heavy rain from a passing tropical storm) and to wild brook trout country near my home and in northern Pennsylvania, tranquility and quietude were readily experienced. Here are some of my favorite photos taken in recent days. As always, thank you for your visit to this site. Happy trails & a wish for peace.
From my poem “Upland Gallery” in Earthstars, Chanterelles, Destroying Angels:
… the glory road of autumn
valley to sky
where hills recall the sea
and life beneath the waves–
the glory road of autumn
mountains rising, falling
ghostly fishes leaping–
now the robins migrate,
sing through oak and aspen–
the glory road of autumn….
Now, if you want to spice up that serenity with an excellent British R&R video from Family (a personal favorite band, the unofficial house band of this blog), check out the following– 50 years old now & still kicking ass. I devoured the bands 7 studio albums issued from about 1968 to 1973 and continue to cherish the art. [Thanks to Steve Maginnis, at his blog A Family Affair, for selecting this as his “Music Video of the Week.”]
Rivertop Rambles 
Beautiful! You make cold rain look friendly
Wendy
Why, uh, thank you, Wendy! It might look friendly but make sure the tent is watertight.
Spending time among lakes and ponds and forests is a good way to keep one’s blood pressure at a healthy level.
Absolutely! Breathe in the elements surrounding you, breathe out the burdens.
Wonderful words and images, Walt! Passed through the Adirondacks the other day, and will be making plans for a swift return – a lovely region, at least what we saw heading up to the border, north of Saratoga Springs.
Stay well, stay sane, and I hope fall offers you some more camping/fishing! Unless you’re tougher than us, ice or snow on the tent means find a cabin…
Adam, cabins work best for me, too, at many times of year. Glad you made it to the ‘Dacks! Let me know if you’re in the area again; we could shake our paws together in the real world!
Those Adirondack autumn colors are stunning even in the gray light. I don’t think we’re looking good for bright colors here, and it looks more muted behind the old Owl Farm too.
Thanks. The foliage colors near home have been relatively dull & muted this year compared to the typical transition period but the weather’s been enjoyable for the most part. The goldenrod (?) really kicked my allergies in the head this year.
Walt
Stunning images of my favorite time of the year; I wish we could keep Fall and Spring all year! Thanks for sharing
Thank you & enjoy the best of autumn!
Always a refreshment of the spurit to visit here.
Regards Thom
Thank you, Thom. Good to hear from you!