I am currently visiting the White Mountains. Just off the Kanc. I grew up here, my family had a ski lodge in North Conway, and I also lived in Vermont - not far from Marshfield - for almost 25 years. I’m now in NY (but hope to move back to NH - I miss my mountains). I was shocked, in an awesome way, when I got to the Whites. My drive through Vermont (not Central Vermont) wasn’t as awe-filled because there were many places on my route where there had been extensive deciduous tree loss 3 or so years ago. But . . . NH! Wow! I hope everyone privileged to experience this exceptional awefilled foliage season takes a moment to breathe it in and let it go deeper than just the surface, deeper than the photo op. Earth needs all of us to fall in love with her, and her beauty is a huge portal to a magical experience that lasts and makes a difference in how we live.
Thanks, Susan. I'm sure New England misses you. Yeah, drought and insect work dampened the autumn glow here the past few years. But it's back! Mitch's misty shot with the shoreline in my post is from Marshfield Pond (Turtlehead Pond). Enjoy the Whites (and their colors)!
One of my dreams is to visit Vermont in autumn some day… My daughter and I were just talking about this this very morning, as our bus zigged and zagged through the hills and forests here in Romania, which are changing to sunburnt yellows, but without maples, the brilliance is left to random wild cherries. Pretty, but not quite the same…
Your reminder that awe depends on attention landed with me—especially here in Jackson Hole, where a familiar mountain can suddenly look entirely new. The leaves may be Vermont’s, but that practice of noticing travels beautifully.
We're awaiting the outburst here in Minnesota, where it's also predicted to be fabulous. A friend of mine who lives south of me in the Driftless Region is planning a picnic for us when the color hits peak down there. I can hardly wait! In the meantime, I'll be doing lots of walking around my neighborhood and favorite parks.
Take a good look at the leaves and trees. There is catastrophic damage to leaves - and impacts to entire trees - from geoengineering and 5G.
People often only glance at nature /trees over these past few decades and older people- who once saw massive stands of colorful, full fall foliage, now see trees with some color, but more often the colors are dull, there are more dead/brown leaves ( “on the vine “), thinner crowns, trees that only partially “ turn”, bare trees, trees that have stemmed from the base with dead crowns, trees with a tremendous amount of pitch emitting from leaves.
Midwest transplant to the west coast still misses Detroit autumn. There's much to enjoy here but it's not quite the same. Just for the heck of it, enjoy this clip from Josh Johnson. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ZaFazNgXZqI
I'm a bit envious of you in Vermont, but the color is coming here in central Michigan.
Time for me to take a walk.
I am currently visiting the White Mountains. Just off the Kanc. I grew up here, my family had a ski lodge in North Conway, and I also lived in Vermont - not far from Marshfield - for almost 25 years. I’m now in NY (but hope to move back to NH - I miss my mountains). I was shocked, in an awesome way, when I got to the Whites. My drive through Vermont (not Central Vermont) wasn’t as awe-filled because there were many places on my route where there had been extensive deciduous tree loss 3 or so years ago. But . . . NH! Wow! I hope everyone privileged to experience this exceptional awefilled foliage season takes a moment to breathe it in and let it go deeper than just the surface, deeper than the photo op. Earth needs all of us to fall in love with her, and her beauty is a huge portal to a magical experience that lasts and makes a difference in how we live.
Thanks, Susan. I'm sure New England misses you. Yeah, drought and insect work dampened the autumn glow here the past few years. But it's back! Mitch's misty shot with the shoreline in my post is from Marshfield Pond (Turtlehead Pond). Enjoy the Whites (and their colors)!
“To notice the leaves”
in and away from Vermont
“Testaments to awe”
Lucky enough to be heading up tomorrow. One day of those leaves, I'm sure, will fill my eyes and heart.
Pefect timing!
Gorgeous. Great telling of something that can't be told. So glad I found you!. I'm here in Philly, putting them in my hoodie pocket.
True, it can't be told. It must be experienced. (If you happen to be a fan, sorry about the Phillies 😆.)
I agree 100 percent- insanely beautiful this year. The leaves are truly “showing off” and providing such a balm to my soul.
Thanks for the extra confirmation, Terry!
Stunning photos. Enjoy!
We are indeed enjoying -- hope you are as well with whatever comes your way!
One of my favorite quotes is from Georgia OKeefe “Take the time to look”.
One of my dreams is to visit Vermont in autumn some day… My daughter and I were just talking about this this very morning, as our bus zigged and zagged through the hills and forests here in Romania, which are changing to sunburnt yellows, but without maples, the brilliance is left to random wild cherries. Pretty, but not quite the same…
Your reminder that awe depends on attention landed with me—especially here in Jackson Hole, where a familiar mountain can suddenly look entirely new. The leaves may be Vermont’s, but that practice of noticing travels beautifully.
I miss The Tetons very much. They'll look new to me next time I'm there!
New York State and Pennsylvania are also both looking very gorgeous. I’m digging it immensely.
Hooray! Thanks for the report from elsewhere in the Northeast!
We're awaiting the outburst here in Minnesota, where it's also predicted to be fabulous. A friend of mine who lives south of me in the Driftless Region is planning a picnic for us when the color hits peak down there. I can hardly wait! In the meantime, I'll be doing lots of walking around my neighborhood and favorite parks.
Yay! Keep me posted, Eileen!
Take a good look at the leaves and trees. There is catastrophic damage to leaves - and impacts to entire trees - from geoengineering and 5G.
People often only glance at nature /trees over these past few decades and older people- who once saw massive stands of colorful, full fall foliage, now see trees with some color, but more often the colors are dull, there are more dead/brown leaves ( “on the vine “), thinner crowns, trees that only partially “ turn”, bare trees, trees that have stemmed from the base with dead crowns, trees with a tremendous amount of pitch emitting from leaves.
Glancing isn’t seeing.
Most cannot see the forest for the tree.
Midwest transplant to the west coast still misses Detroit autumn. There's much to enjoy here but it's not quite the same. Just for the heck of it, enjoy this clip from Josh Johnson. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ZaFazNgXZqI
That was fun! Thanks.
Ha! That was good.
Back atcha with more Vermont humor:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKcUOUYzDXA
This was hysterical.
I laugh every time I watch it!
A beautiful insanity, indeed.
Wondrous storytelling, Bryan. Thank you.
It really is insanely dazzling this year. Rounding the next corner, Paul and I let out a gasp. Over and over again!
I've been gasping a lot.
lol no I couldn't care less