Leaves on Leather

Leaves on Leather © Lynn Wiles 2021
I’ve been collecting specimens for my sketchbook and the honey locust leaves and spines fell upon my iPad cover. Wondering how long it will take to fully feel the relief of a new president and vice president after four long awful years.

Winter Undulations

Winter Undulations © Lynn Wiles 2021
A spent hosta leaf on the ground.

Sunshine on a Hairy Plant

Sunshine on a Hairy Plant © Lynn Wiles 2021
The sun shining on my African violet, while humming My Girl by the Temptations. The hairs help regulate temperatures and ward off unwanted critters.

Discovery

Discovery © Lynn Wiles 2020
We had a very mild winter last year, so imagine my surprise discovering that my very long legged dog was afraid of the foot of snow that fell last night.

Wet Indigo

Wet Indigo © Lynn Wiles 2020
My Baptisia (false indigo) leaves after the rain. The blue flowers are now long gone, but it is interesting how the leaves turn a bluish gray.

A Random Leaf

A Random Leaf © Lynn Wiles 2020
This one was stuck to the bumper of my car on a brighter day after some showers. May everyone be safe and sensible in the US for Thanksgiving Day tomorrow. Staying away one year will make the years ahead better for all.

Light on a Dark and Rainy Day

Light on a Dark and Rainy Day © Lynn Wiles 2020
A bright yellow leaf stuck in my windshield wiper.

Where the leaves went

Where the leaves went © Lynn Wiles 2020
A beautiful maple, now bare, surrounded by carpet of leaves.

Brown and Bare

Brown and Bare © Lynn Wiles 2020
Some leaves remain, although most are gone now.

The River Path

The River Path © Lynn Wiles 2020
Bright sumac, evergreen, lessening of leaves on the path along the river.