Monday, November 24, 2025

Early Morning Walk

 

Last week I did a couple early morning walks in the neighborhood. While most mornings were foggy, one was lovely. But in typical Northern California manner, the morning was very chilly. I left the house right when the sun was rising over the hills and threw some light onto the pavement.

So early, my shadow went across the entire intersection.

While some trees were already pretty bare, a lot of them were still wearing their autumn dress. It was particularly beautiful when the leaves were backlit.

With the sun climbing higher, my shadow became gradually shorter.

On my way I picked up a few leaves that had fallen to the ground. I will be using them in my journal.

Back home it was time for breakfast and a nice cup of coffee, which is also my ticket to Bleubeard and Elizabeth's T Tuesday.

To those of you who live in the US, I wish you a very happy Thanksgiving.


19 comments:

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Dear Carola, I absolutely love all your photos, including the ones with your shadow! Truly captivating! Thank you so much for sharing.

Mae Travels said...

I love the long shadows we get at this time of year — but the very short days are a bit depressing.

Tom said...

...man oh man, you have long legs!

Sharon Madson said...

Love your Fall photos and your shadow photos. Those are always fun to take. Great Yellowstone mug. Happy T Day.

My name is Erika. said...

You had a lovely walk by the looks of it Carola. You still have quite a bit of autumn color in your area too. And those shadows are great. It's fun to see what it's like where people live and then see how different it is when where others live. Nice mug too, and I like those peeks of all your books behind it. Have a great T day and Thanksgiving. hugs-Erika

Kathylorraine said...

Oh I loveee your Yellowstone mug very much. Beautiful fall photos
Hugs Kathy

Debra She Who Seeks said...

Love your "long-legged look!"

Iris Flavia said...

Schönes Schatten-Foto! Und die Blätter - hier ist schon Alles "nackich". Und für die Jahreszeit zu kalt, kam in den Nachrichten. Brrr...

David M. Gascoigne, said...

I keep getting a fail to publish message, Carola. I will try again later.

Maria Medeiros said...

Happy Tuesday Carola! Wonderful Autumnal colours and the warm sun on them is lovely! Love the shadow photo of you. Wonderful leaves and trees. Truly beautiful. Have a lovely Tday and a wonderful rest of the week! lovely mug :)

David M. Gascoigne, said...

Let me try again! The shadows are wonderful, Carola. It's good to notice such things. It's been a long time since I went for a pre-breakfast walk. I am often out early but I always eat before I leave the house. Perhaps it's time for a change! Many hugs - David

DVArtist said...

My gosh that first tree is just stunning. I like the shadow photos too. Have a very nice day today.

CJ Kennedy said...

Beautiful Fall photos. So nice to have that time all to yourself. Happy T Day

Let's Art Journal said...

Wow, such beautiful autumnal colours! I enjoyed walking with you and seeing the sights, your shadow photos made me smile 😊. Sorry I haven't been around this month, we've been on holiday. Take care and sending you Happy T Day wishes ❤️. Hugs, Jo x

Lisca said...

What gorgeous coloured leaves. And the long shadows are fun to watch.
Happy T-Day
Lisca

Jeanie said...

It looks like a lovely neighborhood in which to walk. Don't you love the colors on those hardwoods? Fabulous. And I really love your shadow photos! It looks like it was a perfect day for a walk.

Veronica Lee said...

Such a lovely early morning walk!
The autumn colours look beautiful.
I love that you picked up leaves for your journal.
Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving, Carola.

Lorrie said...

Your walk took you to some lovely sights. The red leaves are gorgeous. Ours are almost gone now.
Happy Thanksgiving, Carola.

DVArtist said...

Just to answer your comment for me today. Yes, it was health insurance. We got with an Oregon based insurance company that has a lot of perks including dental. Shocked me. LOL Your dinner sound great. Happy TG to you and your D.H.