As the sun begins to dip lower on the horizon each day, casting a warm, golden hue across my garden, I find myself standing at the threshold of a seasonal transition.
Summer, with its sun-drenched days and vibrant blooms, is slowly showing signs of exhaustion. It's a bittersweet moment in time, as I reflect on the beauty of this season and dance with the ideas of the fall garden.
The array of colors from June and July have mellowed into the deeper, richer tones of late summer. Sunflowers, once standing tall and proud, now bow gracefully under the weight of their own seeds, Zinnias starting to go to seed saying they are ready for the break the fall garden gives.
As I walk through the garden, I notice the delicate webs spun by industrious orb weaver spiders, catching the last rays of sunlight like glistening jewels. It's a testament to the intricate beauty that often goes unnoticed in the rush of our daily lives.
The bees, butterflies and hummingbirds continue their ceaseless dance among the exhausted blossoms, unaware that their time in the spotlight is drawing to a close with the end of the warm days.
As I sit amidst the greenery, I'm constantly reminded that the garden is a mirror of life itself. It teaches us to appreciate the fleeting moments of beauty, to find solace in change, and to embrace the nature of existence.
So, here I stand, ready to welcome the cool breezes and joys of autumn. But for now, I'll linger just a little longer in this summer garden, savoring the last bit magic of these late summer days.
Your friend
Robbie
Robbie: I love everything about your garden and enjoy how excited you get over the smallest things. I live on the central coast and find gardening here more of a challenge then when I lived inland. Water is a big issue for us here. Keep doing what you love. 🌻
You are a master at describing the sights and emotions that visiting your garden evokes.
So beautifully said❤️ Sometimes I find answers of my confused mind‘s questions in nature and it inspires how change is hard just like struggling summer garden but it gives hope for the beautiful fall days and fresh evenings 🍁
Well said fellow Gardner