Seasons

Fall is coming again and I am finding that I am rather impatient awaiting its arrival.  I suppose I need to slow down because this year has gone far too quickly as it is. Living in the mountains and at 5500 feet, we see the changes in the seasons that are rarely seen anywhere else in Southern California.  Winters are relatively cold and we get a decent amount of snow.  Spring produces magnificent wild flowers, including fiery orange California poppies that cover the hillsides. Most summers are mild and sunny with occasional thunderstorms. Fall is rather blustery, chilly, and completely magnificent with the colorful changing trees and fragrant air.

Sometimes we must take moments to remind ourselves of all that we grateful for and we cannot let all of the difficult things in life overwhelm us. Today, through all the stress of daily life, I stopped and took a deep breath to clear my mind.  I stepped outside and the warm summer breeze brushed my skin. I listened to the leaves rustling in trees, and I realized that I am so incredibly blessed to have beauty the surrounds me all year. It made me feel so wonderfully peaceful that I figured I would share the love and post some of my photos for you.  Everyone has a favorite season. No matter what yours is, I hope these photos of the beautiful place I call home fill you with warm fuzzy feelings. Enjoy.

Winter

Spring

Summer

Fall