Photographs from a Bloy in Wisconsin
As I walked through Olbrich Gardens this morning, a man was stopped in the middle of the path, staring intently at a mature tree. His back toward me, unaware of my presence, I excused myself to get by. He apologized for being in the way, saying he was just in awe of the beautiful old tree. I agreed as I walked past, saying something about many awe inspiring sights to see today. As I continued to walk over the creek bridge, I thought, any day that gives you feelings of awe, is a good day.
Today’s photo walk is sponsored by the color yellow, and the color blue.
Yesterday, in the middle of a mostly cloudy day, I decided to go hiking at Natural Bridge State Park. While on the trail, just as I approached the park’s namesake (a natural sandstone arch), the sun started shining through a decent sized break in the clouds.
This monarch butterfly was so intent on flying from blossom to blossom, lapping up lunch, it was in no mood to sit still for a nice portrait. I did manage to get a couple of shots from interesting angles though.
For now, autumn is painting with a small brush, but the colors are definitely changing.
The maple trees at Edgewood College are always the first ones to start turning colors.
We’ve reached the time of the year when I can watch the sun go down at nearby Lake Monona (rather than having to bike to Lake Mendota). Autumn is fast approaching.
