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#WordlessWednesday: Winter, come rest your soul on Autumn’s weary head

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For Wordless Wednesday, let your images tell the story.

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“Winter, come rest your soul on autumn’s weary head. Twirl, shimmer, soften before tucking fall to bed.” ~ Angie Weiland-Crosby

Last Autumn Leaf Frozen in Place
Last Autumn Leaf Frozen in Place

Sharing for Lens-Artists: Unique and Dawn’s Final Festival of Leaves.

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60 responses to “#WordlessWednesday: Winter, come rest your soul on Autumn’s weary head”

  1. Leya Avatar
    Leya

    So, so beautiful, Terri – frost is a wonder in itself. And beautiful poetry to go with them.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Anne-Christine. Our frost is back and the rain we had is gone.

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  2. Linda Schaub Avatar
    Linda Schaub

    I really like that Crosby quote Terri and the close-up ice photos are incredible! It almost made wintry weather worth it for the pictures!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Linda! Angie Weiland Crosby has a whole web page of quotes. Just Google her. The last leaf was taken in Central WA near the Grand Coulee Dam area. We had just missed the major ice storm. Literally the last leaf on the tree 🍂

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      1. Linda Schaub Avatar
        Linda Schaub

        Okay thanks for the tip – I really liked that quote Terri. You lucked out with that major ice storm. We had a bad ice storm February 22nd. We are having Spring-like temps. We broke a record today from 1946 when we hit 60 degrees!

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  3. Retirement Reflections Avatar
    Retirement Reflections

    Absolutely stunning. Your photos would make excellent greeting cards and wall hangings!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you so much, Donna!

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  4. Sofia Alves Avatar
    Sofia Alves

    Really interesting shapes of ice on the leaves, great captures, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Sofia? Crazy huh?

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  5. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    Such a beautiful contrast, the red leaf in the ice crystals, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Eugi! Everything has disappeared now, even the frost
      …for now 😆

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        My pleasure, Terri.

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  6. Toni Pike Avatar
    Toni Pike

    How gorgeous, Terri – the best of both seasons in one

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Exactly, Toni, thank you! 😊

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  7. Hugh W. Roberts Avatar
    Hugh W. Roberts

    I’m pleased that autumn is still here in Wales, Terri. We’ve had some frosty nights and mornings, which have helped preserve the leaves, although sadly, most are on the ground now.

    Your frozen leaf looks fantastic, though. I love the ice crystals on it. So beautiful.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Hugh! I was pleased to capture this poor leaf 2 years ago after an ice storm in Central Washington. After this crazy rain we’ve had of late, even the snow and ice just disappeared. I’m glad you still have some autumn color. When we loved in California we would still see good color in December.

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  8. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    That sticks a fork in Autumn, for sure. Stay warm, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Yes it does, Graham! 🤣 thank you!

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  9. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com Avatar
    Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com

    Beautiful pictures, Terri! Better there than here, though 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Janis! I’m getting a lot of that today 😉

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  10. sustainabilitea Avatar
    sustainabilitea

    I also love the frozen leaf and the whole winter vibe, Terri. It’s 82 here today but thankfully it’s been cooling off in the lower 40’s at night, so I can have a chilly walk in the morning. 🙂 Happy Wednesday.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Janet, I enjoy winter but maybe for only 2 months. We’ll be ready to be in AZ next month 😊

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      1. sustainabilitea Avatar
        sustainabilitea

        Great. I’m sure I’ll see you then.

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  11. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    They made me shiver, Terri, but they’re wonderful photos.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Jo, heeheee!

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  12. Wind Kisses Avatar
    Wind Kisses

    Love the ice crystals on the leaves. Two seasons crashing into one. Each one letting the other look better.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Donna! What a great way to put it–two seasons crashing into one! This one forever immortalized in ice.

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  13. Amy Avatar
    Amy

    Ooh… so beautiful Terri! Love it. 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Amy! A little unique don’t you think?

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      1. Amy Avatar
        Amy

        Unique, indeed! Love your take on. 💖

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  14. Tina Schell Avatar
    Tina Schell

    Love your frosty foliage Terri, really beautiful (but you can keep it out there please!!!)

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Tina. Will do 🤣❄️

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  15. Jacqui Murray Avatar
    Jacqui Murray

    So much to love about autumn.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I know, right? I already miss it!

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  16. willowdot21 Avatar
    willowdot21

    This is so lovely Terri 💜💜💜❄️❄️

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks you, Willow!

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      1. willowdot21 Avatar
        willowdot21

        A pleasure 💜😌😌

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  17. Cathy Avatar
    Cathy

    I love the leave frozen in the ice, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Cathy, I was happy to capture it!

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  18. dawnkinster Avatar
    dawnkinster

    Love that last image of the frozen leaf.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Dawn. Poor leaf! 🍂

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  19. Colleen M. Chesebro Avatar
    Colleen M. Chesebro

    The frozen leaf is stunning, Terri. I love it!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Colleen! It turned out well!

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      1. Colleen M. Chesebro Avatar
        Colleen M. Chesebro

        Your closeups are always fabulous!

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  20. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections Avatar
    Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

    A touch of red is perfect for the season. Thumbs up to the images …. especially the last one. Have a good Wednesday.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Frank! You’ll see a lot of red and green next week for my color challenge!

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  21. Dawn M. Miller Avatar
    Dawn M. Miller

    Lovely ❤

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Dawn and for hosting festival of leaves this year!

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      1. Dawn M. Miller Avatar
        Dawn M. Miller

        Thank YOU Terri!

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  22. Anne Sandler Avatar
    Anne Sandler

    I loved that burnt colored leaf covered in frost.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Anne! Poor leaf was the last to fall and join the others when it got caught by the ice storm. Forever memorialized by my lens.

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  23. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    So pretty, Terri. I love the shine on wet leaves. And frost? Frost makes everything sparkle.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Diana! I’m glad I made that leaf collage when I did. You must be getting all the rain from that atmospheric river we’re experiencing now. Our 6 inches of snow and any frost is long gone.

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      1. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
        D. Wallace Peach

        Rain, rain, and rain, Terri. No flooding here yet, which is good. 🙂

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        At least our plants and trees are happy!

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  24. Bernie Avatar
    Bernie

    Can you edit that to say red leaf!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      🤣, but I like bradley!

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      1. Bernie Avatar
        Bernie

        Ugh.. auto correct!

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  25. Bernie Avatar
    Bernie

    My gosh, I just love that bradley against the frost!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Bernie! I think this was my first time seeing flash-frozen leaves. This was taken in Jan 2022 at Grand Coulee Dam in Central WA.

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