NATURE POTPOURRI

Fall is a wondrous time for exploring nature. With barren trees, hidden features become apparent and bird species are more visible. Every day as I walk and explore, I find new nature gems. Even the same route yields discoveries. The more I train my eye to 'really see', the more I 'see', just as ideas generate more ideas. Be open to the natural world; it is full of wonders.

Yours in nature,

Marlene

Male Hairy Woodpecker - a permanent resident
Notice the red patch on the back
 of its head indicating the gender  

Male and Female Common Mergansers
 prior to Fall migration 

I was attracted by the bluish tinge
 of these leaves.
 

Despite the muted colours of Fall,
fungi are in sharp contrast
 with their brilliant hues.

The massive size and intriguing design of this
 mushroom caught my eye.

Kaleidoscope of colour 

Leaves and water droplets continue
 to captivate me