“… the gentle caress of autumn steals the sultry heat of summer …” author unknown
Autumn comes gently in the South with the days slowly becoming cooler and just the tips of burnished leaves can be seen shining in the golden sunlight.
Our Beauty Berry Bush is laden with brightly colored berries in a gorgeous shade of purple … autumn delicacies for our “feathered friends.”
A little birdhouse tucked among the leaves and blooms of an Encore Azalea that is putting on it’s “final act” with brilliant autumn blooms. A flying squirrel, while house-hunting, decided this little house was going to be his new home with it’s green roof, lichen covered walls, and view of the lake. Without waiting for “a showing” he gained entry by nibbling his way into the opening and took up residency! (;
The sunlight in autumn highlights the green of the grass and leaves against the azure blue lake and sky.
Lantana with harvest gold and red blossoms, red periwinkles, and Marguerite (ornamental sweet potato vine) “glow” in the autumn light.
“The gentle caress of autumn” can also be seen inside our cottage as I add some touches of the season.
Copper glittered ACORNS rest on golden leaves …
Are tucked into moss-lined nests …
… dangle from a display stand and top a Fitz & Floyd “trinket box.”
An array of soaps in scents of pumpkin “and spice and everything nice.”
Glossy pumpkins perch on chunky urns …
And contrast strikingly with blue and white Ginger jars …
And in the kitchen … a Swarovski crystal squirrel “gathers” provisions! (:
I love adding whimsical touches and reminders of the season to our home … and for all of us, this is just the beginning of all things pumpkin and harvest to come! Have fun using your imagination and “putting some autumn jewelry” on your house!
From my cottage to yours ~ Trenda
Thank you so much for reading my blog today! This week I’m joining: