Summer Don't Leave Me!

In early August I left the tundra to visit my family in Virginia – my homeland.  It was deliciously hot down there.  I spent almost every day next to the lake soaking up as much sun and sweating as much as possible.  It was heavenly!

A few weeks later, I returned to the tundra golden and glowing only to discover cold, crisp air and cloudy skies.  So much for getting to show off my tan!  Autumn is here and it’s time to dig up the winter clothes!  What can I do but remember the glorious days of summer?

Here are a few photos from beautiful Laguna Beach in June.  Just picture myself building a sandcastle…

More Fall Splendor

In early September, Dave and I took a Sunday afternoon hike on the outskirts of Fairbanks.  We enjoyed the beautiful colors of fall.  Here is a photo of some small ground brush at the top of the foothills.

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Fall Color

Though brief, fall in Fairbanks is stunning.  Golden leaves beautifully adorn the aspen and birch trees all over the Golden Heart City and surrounding hills.  I believe the fall leaves lasted for most of September – much better than the 2 weeks I was told to expect!  The birch tree in this photo is in our backyard.

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