You can't see from this picture, but our neighborhood is up over the hill and back a ways. It's like having Hines Drive in your backyard.
A totally impromptu "adventure in a spooky forest" on a Monday evening after dinner bought us over an hour of Pure Michigan and fall splendor. I admit there were a few times I panicked and wondered how we'd ever find our way back home, but Scott was the voice of reason and led us back.
Walking down a steep hill with damp grass while carrying a two-year old and my camera? No problem. Ducking under fallen trees while still in my work clothes? I've got this.
It seemed all worth it to get a view like this as the sun was setting tonight.
My four-year usually complains when he has to walk any distance further than going to the end of the driveway, but much to my surprise, he was in his element. Grabbing sticks to use as a walking stick, wanting to follow his daddy anywhere he went, and finally getting to throw rocks into the river. Nature suits him well.
On our walk back home we came upon the prettiest tree sitting at the top of a hill. We raced to the top, we rolled in the leaves, and we watched the cars drive by on Hines Drive. My only regret was not going on these adventures sooner. This may be my new favorite way to spend time with my family, while getting in some exercise at the same time. Win-win.
In one blink of an eye, in one short weekend, these very same trees will be bare and the colors will be stripped. It's like hitting a jackpot when you can get a few good shots of the kids playing in the leaves. I guess it's my lucky night.
Go outside and enjoy this beauty for all it's worth. I'm sure we have a long winter ahead of us.
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