This past week ripped most of the leaves from our trees, leaving the branches barren until spring comes again – five months of drudgery and stark shadows. Before they fell, however, I captured this late afternoon glimpse of glory. The contrast with what is left today is striking, and not worth showing because there will be ample opportunities to showcase the emptiness later this season. For now, let’s revel in what just was, holding onto the leaves a little longer than the trees because sometimes it’s so hard to say goodbye.
