“The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you.”
Psalm 9:9-10
Our first frosty morning of the season came last week and it was a heavy covering along with a little fog!
A surprise dahlia popped up and gave us some fall color even after the frost and several cool nights!
But the appearance was short lived, as only a couple of days later…it’s time to go. A bee was reluctant to give it up and that is understandable since the temp this day was 75 degrees!
Autumn’s progress varies a lot based on location but change seemed to come on quickly for us over the last couple of days. Maybe cool nights play a role in saying, “it’s time”! How about where you live?
Is it possibly a sign of extreme boredom when you are compelled to make pics in the car wash??
Emma Kennedy was blending in with the surroundings quite nicely. She wears her camo well!
EM often wants to stay at our house for a while after school, especially on Friday’s. The garden is a favorite place so why not enjoy it until winter days render it not so pleasant and make hanging out uncomfortable!
The coral bark Japanese maple is a tree for all seasons. Obviously it’s fall orange and golden yellow is amazing. In the winter the coral bark is exposed when the leaves are gone. Some of the red bark can already be seen here. The bark will intensify as winter progresses. In the spring, the new leaves open in a bright lime green or chartreuse color before turning a much deeper green for the summer!
Flounder with white beans, butternut squash, and kale. A dish that PJ found to be absolutely awesome recently at Bottega on her birthday!
The clouds definitely got my attention and I had to get the phone out of my pocket and take a few photos. While doing so, I happened to notice a large bird sailing very high and sometimes passing in front of the clouds. If you look closely you might spot the bird. That would not be so interesting had I not gone in and grabbed my binoculars to take a closer look to discover this was an eagle. We do see an occasional eagle around the house, especially in the general direction of the river!
Does it get much better than a sugar maple in November!
An earlier passing jet leaves it’s trail and winds widen the streak. It runs parallel with God’s late afternoon handiwork. Even something man-made can have beauty in the Creator’s sky and illuminated by His light!
Our throwback today takes us on a journey to Venice and The Bridge of Sighs. The bridge was built in 1600 and offered the last view of Venice to convicts before their imprisonment!
May you have a peaceful, safe, and encouraging week.
”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”.
Hebrews 13:8
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
As always, I enjoy your pictures, comments, faith, family, and you both.
Thank you so much Nancy. Wishing you a wonderful Sunday!
Oh, that maple tree! How glorious is the handiwork of our maker. Laughing now as I go back and see the writing under the water pix-the car wash! ha, See, there is beauty everywhere!
Amen, His handiwork is glorious. Have a wonderful Sunday!
Just when one thinks the garden has lost its attraction, you get a photo to capture that outstanding beauty after the fog and frost! Wow, that is so very gorgeous! EM and EK are such dolls. And yes, I can see the eagle! Your look back photo of the Bridge of Sighs is a beauty too. I have what’s called a scenic beaded Venetian purse (antique) with that very scene on it, one of my better examples in my purse collection. Have a beautiful week!
Thank you Rita. I can just imagine how beautiful that beaded purse is with the Bridge of Sighs. I remember you shared the beaded purse collection several years ago, outstanding collection. Wishing you a wonderful day!
Good morning Pam and Butch! Both of you have such artistic eyes…I love the car wash pictures! Who wouldn’t want to spend time after school at your house? Please tell EM I love her cat shirt. Fall leaves and fall sunsets are some of God’s most beautiful work. (I had a bit of a moment yesterday when I found out I had been exposed to someone COVID positive. My doctor hustled me down to the hospital for a test, and by bedtime I learned was negative. Thank you dear Lord.)
Roxanne, so thankful you tested negative. I will share with EM, she will be happy to know you love her cat top. She has strong opinions about her clothes 😂 Wishing you a beautiful Sunday!
Oh to be a bird so I could fly so high in His sky. EM and EK are growing up so fast right before our eyes. The days of Summer are gone and the cold dark Winter is upon us. My husband tested positive for Covid 19. And so we are quarantined. We don’t know where he picked it up and he is doing great. Today I have a sore throat. Praying I will get through this without hospitalization.
Alice, Butch and I will be praying for your hubby. So glad he is doing great. Praying that you won’t get it. Please keep me posted. Love and hugs!
Gorgeous views of fall! Like most artists, we see interesting patterns anywhere even the car wash. Have a great Sunday.
Thanks Carole, the hubby thought I was crazy to take photos in the car wash! 😂
Beautiful fall foliage, Pam. The photos of the girls remain my favorite, however. They are both growing up so quickly, and are just beautiful. Love to all.
They are growing too quickly. Love to you and Mike!
Your Sunday pictures are always awesome! Love the car wash pictures!
Thank you Nancy. Wishing you a lovely Sunday!
That sugar maple is gorgeous!
I love your wit, Butch about the photos in the car wash.
The girls expressions are adorable. They are growing fast.
I’m so glad Pam enjoyed her birthday dinner.
The cloud photos and sunset are so lovely.
Have a great week.
Thank you Bonnie. Happy Sunday!
Good morning, Pam. Your pictures are all so beautiful. Of course, my favorites are of the girls and next is the opening photo of the fog, frost and your garden. Most of our leaves are gone here, we had some strong winds and rain a few days ago that brought most of them down.
Wishing you a beautiful day of peace and joy and a lovely week ahead.❤
Thanks so much Sandra. Our leaves are at their peak and they are so beautiful. We expect rain several days this week, so they will fall. Wishing you a lovely week!
When seeing a sight such as an eagle soaring through the clouds, that is a moment when we can feel all is right in the world, and it gives such encouragement! I’m so glad you were able to have a birthday dinner at Pam’s favorite Bottega. The girls are so adorable, doesn’t it make your heart sing that they love to visit and enjoy being outside as much as you both do! Let’s hold on to this weather as long as possible, Happy Sunday to all and have a great week!
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. I love seeing a bald eagle soar over our house. Have a wonderful week!
Oh Pam, The trees and sky pics are gorgeous! God has certainly given us a beautiful fall. The girls are precious and growing up. The morning frost and fog shot is a great shot of what’s coming soon. Our marigolds are still lending color in the garden. Some of our camellias are blooming! We planted them just last fall so I was so excited that some of them are happy. Have a wonderful week! Clara ❤️
Thank you Clara. Autumn has so much beauty. Wishing you a wonderful week ♥️
Clara, I am so glad your camellias are blooming. Fall is at its peak now in our area. We enjoyed a nice drive this afternoon. Have a lovely week ♥️
The Bridge of Sighs is so well named. Who can look at it and not make even the tiniest little sigh. Beautiful color and fall and of course your beautiful girls. Happy week to you all!
Jeanie, Venice is one of my favorite cities. I hope to visit again.
At first glance at your opening pic of your beautiful garden, I immediately thought of the American painter, Thomas Kinkade, “Painter of Light”! I so enjoy opening up your “Simple+Southern Sunday posts…such a delight! ( I must confess I also have photographed the awesome designs from the car wash foam!) Enjoy the remaining beautiful foliage and God’s beauty!
Linda, I remember well Thomas Kinkade, the painter of light! I am so glad I am not the only one taking photos in the car wash! Have a lovely week!
Pam, thank you for sharing these beautiful pictures with us! Love to see your girls, they are just adorable! You have lifted my spirits this morning!
Oh, and the carwash pictures were great fun!
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Thank you Martha. Wishing you a lovely week!
Adorable girls and stunning pictures! Your garden is heavenly… Always precious Bible verses.Thank you for such encouragement and for your treasured comments in my little blog. Best wishes!
Thank you Maristella. Your blog is lovey and I always enjoy visiting. Wishing you a lovely week!
Good Morning dear Pam and Butch! Your garden covered in frost was breathtaking! Even though we hate for it to go to the next season…it still shows such beauty.
The girls are so adorable and I love how you share them with us. Thank you!
Now… the car wash pictures were works of art! How fun!
We enjoy these moments when through your pictures we are encouraged that God has us all in his hands!
Happy Sunday Folks! 🤗
Hi Nancy. I am glad you liked my art work 😂 Yes, God has us in His hands. Wishing you a beautiful week!
dear friend, the entrance photo is always my favorite and today especially more … it is beautiful. They are all beautiful and among so much beauty the two girls that I especially noticed that the little girl has grown a lot, she is already older
everything is beautiful in fall, thanks for showing it … a big hug
Dolores, espero que te vaya mejor con tu hombro. ¿Sigues en casa de tu hija? Espero que te recuperes rápido y siempre es bueno saber de ti. Gracias por sus amables palabras. Abrazos, Pam
I just love that little red head!
She is so precious!
Your garden blanketed in shimmering frost would be a guaranteed sale on any magazine cover. So ethereal… The Princesses
continue to grow in beauty and grace (and impishness) and must be a Grandmother’s delight come Friday afternoon tea.
After thinking them works of art, I chuckled to discover the pictures were of the car wash, of all things…but works of art nonetheless. Thank you for today’s beautiful Autumn album… we are so fortunate to see it all through your eyes and the
lens of your keen camera. A blessed Sabbath to all.
I am so glad you liked my car wash art work! Thank you always for your kind and encouraging words!
Hope you both had a wonderful weekend! Such beautiful pictures, and those girls are always adorable!
Thank you sweet friend. Wishing you a beautiful week!
Thank you for the soothing photos! It’s been a traumatic year. These photos make me think that maybe the year will end on a high note after all. I loved them all, including the beautiful last one especially. Can’t you just see Him up there?
Thank you Maria. He is ever present through every storm of life that we face.
I had to smile at your car wash comment. I always take photos when I go through the process as they make some incredible abstract art. I think it’s just another creative exercise. Your garden always delights.
Thanks Linda. Wishing you a wonderful week!
Thank you for spreading hope in a very hopeless, discouraging time. May the Lord bless you both.
Blessings dear Cheryl!
Pam, I found your beautiful blog via Susan’s “Between Naps on the Porch”. God bless and keep your family this holiday season, and thank you for giving me a new online place to visit!
Marlene, welcome and it is so nice to meet you!
Gorgeous photos! “Nature gives to every time and season unique beauty; from morning to night, as from the cradle to the grave, it’s just a succession of changes so soft and comfortable that we hardly notice the progress.” — Charles Dickens 😉 -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Always enjoy your beautiful photos and your bible verses.
Thank you Linda. Have a wonderful Sunday!