We had one outstanding sunrise this morning with the moon up near the zenith, and lovely pink spotty clouds. I didn't get to taking a picture until the colors had faded - but it's still gorgeous out there!
Today I am thankful for many things, not the least of which is the ability to enjoy one more sunrise! Happy Thanksgiving America!
As the deciduous trees lose their leaves, they slowly reveal the internal structures of the forests and tree spaces around us. In the PNW, we see their evergreen understudies shine through, and the architecture of each tree-skeleton reveals the basis for the shape of the canopy we are so accustomed to seeing.
Sunrises like this are always a pleasure - they last but minutes, and stay with you all day long.
I've heard it said that the Big Leaf Maples [Acer macrophyllum] are the real jewels of the Pacific Northwest… but personally, I’ve always felt it was the evergreens. Regardless, this time of year is when those Big Leafs make sure they get noticed, and lay their orange-yellow claims across acres and acres of PNW forests, cities, and in this case: backyards.
Here's a lovely shot from this morning in my back yard. You're looking at a big leaf maple who has finally started to turn her leaves.
I've got the clouds... Now I'm just waiting on the rain!
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