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#WordlessWednesday: Fall’s Feathery Touch

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November Early Snowdust
Early November Snowdust

“No traveler, whether a tree lover or not, will ever forget his first walk in a sugar-pine forest. The majestic crowns approaching one another make a glorious canopy, through the feathery arches of which the sunbeams pour, silvering the needles and gilding the stately columns and the ground into a scene of enchantment.” ~John Muir

Alpenglow
Sunset’s Soft Alpenglow to the East
Young Western Larch
Young Western Larch soft, feathery needles
Young larches and aspens
Young larches and aspens ready for planting

“Autumn whispered to the wind, ‘I fall but always rise again’.” ~ Angie Weiland-Crosby

fallen maple leaves
Last Leaves on the Card

Sharing for Becky B’s Walking Squares, Brian’s Last on the Card, Cee’s Flower of the Day, Dawn’s Festival of Leaves, and Marsha’s WQW: Touch

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54 responses to “#WordlessWednesday: Fall’s Feathery Touch”

  1. Festival of Leaves 2022: That’s a Wrap! | The Day After Avatar
    Festival of Leaves 2022: That’s a Wrap! | The Day After

    […] First let me thank Terri who continues to give me support week in and week out, year after year. I loved her Feathery Touch. […]

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  2. WQW 45: Thanksgiving Gratitude – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write Avatar
    WQW 45: Thanksgiving Gratitude – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write

    […] SECOND WIND LEISURE – A TOUCH OF MYSTERY […]

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  3. Dawn M. Miller Avatar
    Dawn M. Miller

    Oh wow…feathery indeed!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Their little feathery needles are done now that our nights have been in the teens of late.

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  4. Linda Schaub Avatar
    Linda Schaub

    The leaves, bold and beautiful, contrasted with the delicate and wispy leaves and the snow makes us appreciate Nature even more.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Yes it does, thanks, Linda!

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  5. WQW #43: Honoring Those Who Protected Lives – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write Avatar
    WQW #43: Honoring Those Who Protected Lives – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write

    […] SECOND WIND LEISURE – A TOUCH OF MYSTERY […]

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  6. sidd Avatar
    sidd

    The power of nature that makes the world look like gold

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I like that, thank you!

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  7. Maria Avatar
    Maria

    Autumn is glorious. I enjoyed your snow photos earlier this week. It is way to warm here, still around 50F. I’m going to visit my little sister further north next month, hoping to see some snow then. Have a wonderful week!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you Maria! All that snow melted in a day with some warm rain and winds that came through, but we are in for round 2 of snow tonight! I’m sure yours will come soon!

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      1. Maria Avatar
        Maria

        Enjoy! It’s suppose to be in the 50’s all week, with rain 🙂

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  8. Robert J Jr. Avatar
    Robert J Jr.

    Gorgeous!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Robert!

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  9. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    Great photos Terri. Sounds like fall is finally with you.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Yes, and a brisk 32f at 10pm to prove the point 🍁🤣

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  10. Retirement Reflections Avatar
    Retirement Reflections

    Wonderful photos and quotes, Terri. John Muir definitely understood a thing or two about nature!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Donna! He did, and thank goodness!

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  11. WQW #42: The Mysterious Sense of Touch – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write Avatar
    WQW #42: The Mysterious Sense of Touch – Marsha Ingrao – Always Write

    […] SECOND WIND LEISURE – A TOUCH OF MYSTERY […]

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  12. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    What lovely opening and closing photos Terri. Well linked to us all. I love the leaves as your Last Photo. Thanks for joining in 🙂 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Brian! My phone camera did a great job capturing those leaves, I just cropped a bit and added the watermark 😁🍁 Thanks for hosting!

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  13. Jodie Avatar
    Jodie

    The colors in the trees are always so amazing. It really makes me realize that tree give us so much in function AND esthetics,
    XOXO
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Truly, Jodie, I love walking around my property taking pics of the young trees 🍁

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  14. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com Avatar
    Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com

    Beautiful images, Terri! I especially liked the glow of sunset’s golden hour.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks so much, Janis, it was so amazing to see!

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  15. Bernie Avatar
    Bernie

    That alpenglow photo is so fabulous! We planted a larch this year but one day the needles were just gone (darn wind) but maybe next year I can get some photos with it.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Bernie! Our baby larches are putting a good show right now. I’ll bore everyone with more pics later 🤣

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  16. Cee Neuner Avatar
    Cee Neuner

    So you got a light snow. How pretty. 😀 😀

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      That pic is from last November, a slight cheat, but…it will look like this by Friday, Cee!

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      1. Cee Neuner Avatar
        Cee Neuner

        We are getting rain, which I simply adore 😀

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  17. BeckyB Avatar
    BeckyB

    Gorgeous post, and you are so clever the way you link us all

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Becky, I enjoy sharing where I got inspiration! I’ve seen a lot of squares coming your way–we all missed you!

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      1. BeckyB Avatar
        BeckyB

        😀

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  18. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    Beautiful Alpenglow, Terri, and I love the Muir quote. Oh, that dusting of snow, though. I’m not ready for that! Stay warm, my friend.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Diana! I had never seen that Muir quote but it worked perfectly. Major winter storm coming our way this weekend. Funny how the news station I watch reminds us how to drive in winter conditions–good idea really. Got my winter clothes and boots at the ready!

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      1. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
        D. Wallace Peach

        They’re getting all excited about snow down here too, but it might be all hype. It’s that time of year! Glad you’re ready!

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        I remember we didn’t really get snow until late November here last year. Best to be prepared though!

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      3. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
        D. Wallace Peach

        Definitely. A good motto!

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  19. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections Avatar
    Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

    The header image is striking! Cheers to the colors of fall, then again, that is also a sign that winter is on the way. Well done, Terri … I hope all is well.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Frank! I checked that particular tree today, still greenish, LOL! It’s 37F here right now and snow is on the way!

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections Avatar
        Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

        Yikes …. I haven’t seen snow yet …. and hopefully I won’t … but it’s going to happen!

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  20. Tofino Photography Avatar
    Tofino Photography

    whats the difference between Tamarack and Larch I wonder?

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I don’t think there is, Wayne. Larch comes from the Latin name larix I think? I’ve heard them used interchangeably.

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      1. Bernie Avatar
        Bernie

        Tamarack is a smaller tree. Same “family” but not as big or as long living as a larch.

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Good to know, Bernie 😁 Western Larch grow everywhere in northeast Washington, Idaho and Montana and I’ve seen European larch planted that thrive here too.

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      3. Tofino Photography Avatar
        Tofino Photography

        It appears they are different species but the same Genus.

        Tamarack (Larix laricina) is also commonly called eastern larch. Western larch (Larix occidentalis) also called tamarack. Although larch and tamarack are different species, they are in the same genus and can be used interchangeably.

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      4. Tofino Photography Avatar
        Tofino Photography

        It appears they are different species but the same Genus.

        Tamarack (Larix laricina) is also commonly called eastern larch. Western larch (Larix occidentalis) also called tamarack. Although larch and tamarack are different species, they are in the same genus and can be used interchangeably.

        you may this article interesting Terri?

        https://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/wood/wood-explorer/larch-and-tamarack#:~:text=Tamarack%20(Larix%20laricina)%20is%20also,and%20can%20be%20used%20interchangeably.

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      5. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Always good to learn something new. I only learned about them this time last year. Off to check out the link!

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  21. Jacqui Murray Avatar
    Jacqui Murray

    Beautiful, Terri. John Muir sure knew how to pick the exact right words to describe nature.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Yes, he did, thank you, Jacqui…isn’t that the perfect quote?

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  22. Tracey Avatar
    Tracey

    I learned just yesterday that I had a larch in my front yard. I was wondering if there was something wrong with it, but my neighbor informed me that it’s normal for it to coat the ground with it’s golden needles. I’m enjoying learning what falls does around here!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      How cool is that, Tracey? They are so beautiful and different. Enjoy!

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  23. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more Avatar
    OIKOS™- Art, Books & more

    Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you for the reblog–how can I see your site? It says “coming soon.”

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