Today while out at the store, I noticed this gorgeous Ginkgo tree. Almost all the leaves were still on it, having turned this luminous golden heavenly color.
I did a very unladylike thing and traipsed into the mulch and discreetly snagged a handful of leaves off the tree and shoved them into my purse.
I thought about those leaves all the way home.
Once home, I was able to share my bounty.
Just long enough for them to release said bounty to the sky…
I picked a few up to add color to my fresh olive wreath, impressing my five year old with my improvisational skills. He appreciates a good wreath.
Our last Fall in Chicago-land, I think I just might miss it.
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You will! But I'm sure there will be wonderful things we're
missing out on where you're going. Can't wait to hear about your new discoveries.
Steph
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Fun shots. :)
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Oh, the joy on their faces is almost as bright as those leaves! Lovely photos.
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I love the expressions on your boys faces! True happiness. And the tattoos are a nice touch too. :)
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Sweet shots and cute boys!
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your photos are gorgeous!
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“He appreciates a good wreath…” LOVE IT… He and my mother would get along!
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My son giggled when he saw these and I smiled big. Love!
Nell
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Those are such neat leaves – we saw a few ginko trees randomly in Portland on a weekend away. They're stunning!
Your kids are just adorable!
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Lovely captures. And I love the leaves in the wreath!
There is just something about fall in the midwest, no? But keep in mind that come January, while you're enjoying temps in the 60's, we'll be about 60 degrees colder than you! :)
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Beautiful color in all those photos! Great shots of the boys!
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Of course, you will. It's so beautiful and mesmerizing, but your fall will be beautiful, too. Especially when you are surrounded by those amazing boys.
LOVE.THE.HAT.
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Very sweet. I'm TOTALLY digging your little dude in his hat. : ) Happy Fall!
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You are very creative! Beautiful pictures and although you think you might miss Fall in the Chicago-land area, I'll bet you KNOW you won't miss winter!
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I love your photos (esp. the 1st one) and the editing you did! Great captures!
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I loved this post!! The third picture is heart melting, those boys are so lucky to have a mama that captures these very special and pure moments.
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Beautiful color!! Looks fabulous in the wreath.
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I love that first pic! He is adorable!
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I love the hat your son is wearing! Great photos, especially the one of the three boys tossing the leaves into the air.
Toni
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Those smiles are gorgeous
You're boys are certainly enjoying themselves
Go you for sharing this abundance of nature with them
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I always delight in seeing your posts about your family, as well as your photography, even if I don't stop by often enough to tell you.
That yellow is VIBRANT! beautiful. And it looks really nice in the wreath!
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“He appreciates a good wreath.” Love that.
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Your last fall in Chicagoland? I know what it is to savor the last of each seasons as you pack up for new adventure. It's bittersweet, isn't it? Love those yellow leaves–these pictures are beautiful and instantly nostalgic.
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Your wreath is GREAT! Wow! I love that you took a handful of leaves : ) Perfect! And your pictures with the boys throwing them is amazing! What a fun Mommy you are : )
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Wow! good photos. Cute boys, I like specially 1st picture. Thanks for share.
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